Sonikpur - Haidergarh, Bara Banki
Sonikpur is a village situated in the Haidergarh tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haidergarh and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Sonikpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonikpur is 165538. The village covers a total geographical area of 516.68 hectares and falls under the 225126 pincode. Barabanki is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sonikpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haidergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonikpur
As per Census 2011, Sonikpur village has a total population of 3,315 people, consisting of 1,682 males and 1,633 females. The village has 664 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 498 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,845 literate and 1,470 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,519 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonikpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,315 | 1,682 | 1,633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 498 | 256 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,519 | 769 | 750 |
| Literate Population | 1,845 | 1,098 | 747 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,470 | 584 | 886 |
Nearby Villages of Sonikpur
Sonikpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Almapur | South | 1.28 km |
| Babuwapur | South | 1.40 km |
| Pahar Pur | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Bijauli | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Trivediganj | North | 1.63 km |
| Thakurpur | West | 1.67 km |
| Karaundi | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Kazipur | East | 1.86 km |
| Ganeshpur | South | 2.07 km |
| Belhri | South-West | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonikpur
Public transport in the Sonikpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tirbediganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barabanki to Sonikpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Sonikpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonikpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonikpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonikpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonikpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonikpur
Where is Sonikpur located?
Sonikpur village is located in Haidergarh Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonikpur?
Sonikpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonikpur?
The pincode of Sonikpur is 225126.
What is the population of Sonikpur?
Sonikpur has a total population of 3,315, including 1,682 males and 1,633 females.
How many households are there in Sonikpur?
There are 664 households in Sonikpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sonikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonikpur is 55.66%. Male literacy is 65.28% and female literacy is 45.74%.