Sonri - Sedwa, Barmer
Sonri is a village situated in the Sedwa tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 52 km from Chohtan and around 104 km from Barmer. Sonari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonri is 088964. The village covers a total geographical area of 578 hectares and falls under the 344704 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 104 km away.
Sonri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chohtan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonri
As per Census 2011, Sonri village has a total population of 1,102 people, consisting of 593 males and 509 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 520 literate and 582 illiterate residents. Additionally, 412 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,102 | 593 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 117 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 412 | 208 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 342 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 251 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Sonri
Sonri is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonri
Sonri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Sonri is about 104 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonri
Where is Sonri located?
Sonri village is located in Sedwa Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonri?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonri is Sonari.
What is the pincode of Sonri?
The pincode of Sonri is 344704.
What is the population of Sonri?
Sonri has a total population of 1,102, including 593 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Sonri?
There are 208 households in Sonri.
What is the literacy rate in Sonri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonri is 47.19%. Male literacy is 57.67% and female literacy is 34.97%.