Sonadih - Belthara Road, Ballia
Sonadih is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Sonadih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonadih is 197681. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.71 hectares and falls under the 221715 pincode.
Sonadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonadih
As per Census 2011, Sonadih village has a total population of 4,073 people, consisting of 2,054 males and 2,019 females. The village has 649 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 545 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,450 literate and 1,623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 900 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 213 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonadih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,073 | 2,054 | 2,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 545 | 297 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 900 | 460 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 105 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 2,450 | 1,386 | 1,064 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,623 | 668 | 955 |
Nearby Villages of Sonadih
Sonadih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Doth | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Buddhipur | East | 1.67 km |
| Gauri Lal Ghosa | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Tangunia | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Bhagwanpur | West | 1.91 km |
| Bhirkul Sultanpur | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Bhind Kund | South | 2.06 km |
| Chakki Musadohi | North | 2.29 km |
| Ahirupur | West | 2.50 km |
| Autroul Chak Milkan | South-East | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonadih
Sonadih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Belthara Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| 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 Ballia to Sonadih is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonadih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonadih 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 Sonadih
Where is Sonadih located?
Sonadih village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonadih?
Sonadih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonadih?
The pincode of Sonadih is 221715.
What is the population of Sonadih?
Sonadih has a total population of 4,073, including 2,054 males and 2,019 females.
How many households are there in Sonadih?
There are 649 households in Sonadih.
What is the literacy rate in Sonadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonadih is 60.15%. Male literacy is 67.48% and female literacy is 52.70%.