Sonahati - Harraiya, Basti
Sonahati is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Sonhati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonahati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonahati is 179010. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.02 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Sonahati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonahati
According to the 2011 Census, Sonahati village had a total population of 786 people, including 392 males and 394 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.77%, with male literacy at 80.58% and female literacy at 51.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 786 | 392 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 83 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 249 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 143 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Sonahati
Sonahati 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 Sonahati
Sonahati is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Sonahati is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonahati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonahati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonahati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonahati 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonahati
Where is Sonahati located?
Sonahati village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonahati?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonahati is Sonhati.
What is the pincode of Sonahati?
The pincode of Sonahati is 272130.
What is the population of Sonahati?
Sonahati had a total population of 786, including 392 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Sonahati?
Sonahati had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonahati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonahati was 65.77%. Male literacy was 80.58% and female literacy was 51.55%.