Sonbarsa - Bairia, Ballia
Sonbarsa is a village situated in the Bairia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. Sonbarsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonbarsa is 199999. The village covers a total geographical area of 1481.29 hectares and falls under the 277208 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town.
Sonbarsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Sonbarsa
According to the 2011 Census, Sonbarsa village had a total population of 20,735 people, including 11,071 males and 9,664 females, living in 2,759 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.55%, with male literacy at 81.20% and female literacy at 56.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,167, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,414.
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 | 20,735 | 11,071 | 9,664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,068 | 1,651 | 1,417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,167 | 1,720 | 1,447 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,414 | 759 | 655 |
| Literate Population | 12,288 | 7,649 | 4,639 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,447 | 3,422 | 5,025 |
Nearby Villages of Sonbarsa
Sonbarsa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Araji English Sh. Abdullah Iii | North-East | 0.55 km |
| Araji English Bhawani Singh Ii | East | 0.72 km |
| Araji English Sh. Abdullah Ii | East | 1.01 km |
| Araji English Kangal | East | 1.23 km |
| Araji English Shobhit Chhapra | East | 1.49 km |
| Araji English Sh. Abdullah I | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Bhojapur | West | 1.86 km |
| Araji English Bhawani Singh I | South | 2.03 km |
| Murli Chhapra | South | 2.59 km |
| Sonki Bhat | East | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonbarsa
Sonbarsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bakulha, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Sonbarsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonbarsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonbarsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonbarsa 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 Sonbarsa
Where is Sonbarsa located?
Sonbarsa village is located in Bairia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonbarsa?
Sonbarsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonbarsa?
The pincode of Sonbarsa is 277208.
What is the population of Sonbarsa?
Sonbarsa had a total population of 20,735, including 11,071 males and 9,664 females.
How many households are there in Sonbarsa?
Sonbarsa had 2,759 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonbarsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonbarsa was 69.55%. Male literacy was 81.20% and female literacy was 56.25%.