Sonha - Basti
Sonha is a village situated in the Basti tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Basti, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sonha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonha is 181190. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.57 hectares and falls under the 272301 pincode. Kusaura is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sonha 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 Mahadewa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonha
According to the 2011 Census, Sonha village had a total population of 435 people, including 228 males and 207 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.39%, with male literacy at 83.41% and female literacy at 62.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169.
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 | 435 | 228 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 87 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 171 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 57 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Sonha
Sonha 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 Sonha
Sonha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kusaura to Sonha is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Sonha is about 25 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 Sonha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonha
Where is Sonha located?
Sonha village is located in Basti Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonha?
Sonha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonha?
The pincode of Sonha is 272301.
What is the population of Sonha?
Sonha had a total population of 435, including 228 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Sonha?
Sonha had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonha was 73.39%. Male literacy was 83.41% and female literacy was 62.09%.