Sonhul - Chakia, Chandauli
Sonhul is a village situated in the Chakia tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakia and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Sonhul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonhul is 208069. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.06 hectares and falls under the 232104 pincode.
Sonhul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonhul
As per Census 2011, Sonhul village has a total population of 2,224 people, consisting of 1,197 males and 1,027 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,385 literate and 839 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonhul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,224 | 1,197 | 1,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 168 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,161 | 629 | 532 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 86 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 853 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 839 | 344 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Sonhul
Sonhul 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 Sonhul
Sonhul 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 NA |
| 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 Chandauli to Sonhul is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonhul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonhul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sonhul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonhul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sonhul
Where is Sonhul located?
Sonhul village is located in Chakia Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonhul?
Sonhul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonhul?
The pincode of Sonhul is 232104.
What is the population of Sonhul?
Sonhul has a total population of 2,224, including 1,197 males and 1,027 females.
How many households are there in Sonhul?
There are 384 households in Sonhul.
What is the literacy rate in Sonhul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonhul is 62.28%. Male literacy is 71.26% and female literacy is 51.80%.