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
As per Census 2011, Sonahati village has a total population of 786 people, consisting of 392 males and 394 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 415 literate and 371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonahati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 786 | 392 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 83 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| 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 has a total population of 786, including 392 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Sonahati?
There are 113 households in Sonahati.
What is the literacy rate in Sonahati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonahati is 52.80%. Male literacy is 63.52% and female literacy is 42.13%.