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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Sonha village has a total population of 435 people, consisting of 228 males and 207 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 435 | 228 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 87 | 82 |
| 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 has a total population of 435, including 228 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Sonha?
There are 73 households in Sonha.
What is the literacy rate in Sonha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonha is 65.29%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 54.59%.