Sonas - Milkipur, Ayodhya
Sonas is a village situated in the Milkipur tehsil of Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from Milkipur and around 28 km from Faizabad. Kinauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonas is 166067. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.54 hectares and falls under the 224228 pincode. Faizabad is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sonas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonas
According to the 2011 Census, Sonas village had a total population of 379 people, including 187 males and 192 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.65%, with male literacy at 86.55% and female literacy at 64.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 379 | 187 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 148 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 39 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Sonas
Sonas 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 Sonas
Sonas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sonas has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Faizabad to Sonas is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonas
Where is Sonas located?
Sonas village is located in Milkipur Tehsil, Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonas?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonas is Kinauli.
What is the pincode of Sonas?
The pincode of Sonas is 224228.
What is the population of Sonas?
Sonas had a total population of 379, including 187 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Sonas?
Sonas had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonas was 75.65%. Male literacy was 86.55% and female literacy was 64.94%.