Sonsarpur - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Sonsarpur is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Rasulpur Baisar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonsarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonsarpur is 194334. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.49 hectares and falls under the 276206 pincode. Saraymeer is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sonsarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizamabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonsarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonsarpur village had a total population of 155 people, including 79 males and 76 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.02%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 58.06%.
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 | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 56 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 23 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Sonsarpur
Sonsarpur 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 Sonsarpur
Sonsarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sonsarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saraymeer to Sonsarpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Sonsarpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonsarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonsarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sonsarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonsarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sonsarpur
Where is Sonsarpur located?
Sonsarpur village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonsarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonsarpur is Rasulpur Baisar.
What is the pincode of Sonsarpur?
The pincode of Sonsarpur is 276206.
What is the population of Sonsarpur?
Sonsarpur had a total population of 155, including 79 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Sonsarpur?
Sonsarpur had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonsarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonsarpur was 73.02%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 58.06%.