Sonbarasa - Bairia, Ballia
Sonbarasa is a village situated in the Bairia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Parsiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonbarasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonbarasa is 199915. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.88 hectares and falls under the 277208 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sonbarasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bairia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonbarasa
As per Census 2011, Sonbarasa village has a total population of 435 people, consisting of 242 males and 193 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 797 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 180 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonbarasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 435 | 242 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 17 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 135 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 107 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Sonbarasa
Sonbarasa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Marauti | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Bhasha | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Khirodharpur | East | 1.43 km |
| Kachhua | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Kalyanpur | East | 1.82 km |
| Gayghat Taluk Rewati | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Kunwa Piper | South | 1.83 km |
| Bhisiya | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Babhnauli Taluk Rewati | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Lamuhi | North-East | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonbarasa
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sonbarasa. The nearest railway station is Reoti, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Sonbarasa is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Sonbarasa is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonbarasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonbarasa 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 Sonbarasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonbarasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sonbarasa
Where is Sonbarasa located?
Sonbarasa village is located in Bairia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonbarasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonbarasa is Parsiya.
What is the pincode of Sonbarasa?
The pincode of Sonbarasa is 277208.
What is the population of Sonbarasa?
Sonbarasa has a total population of 435, including 242 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Sonbarasa?
There are 69 households in Sonbarasa.
What is the literacy rate in Sonbarasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonbarasa is 41.38%. Male literacy is 55.79% and female literacy is 23.32%.