Onawal - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Onawal is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Onawal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Onawal is 207145. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 232109 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Onawal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saiyadraja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Onawal
As per Census 2011, Onawal village has a total population of 1,975 people, consisting of 1,018 males and 957 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,219 literate and 756 illiterate residents. Additionally, 790 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Onawal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,975 | 1,018 | 957 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 156 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 790 | 403 | 387 |
| Literate Population | 1,219 | 737 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 756 | 281 | 475 |
Nearby Villages of Onawal
Onawal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhunda Dih | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Raipura | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Khor | East | 1.43 km |
| Phulli | South | 1.48 km |
| Milokpur | North | 1.72 km |
| Dewara | South | 2.04 km |
| Ukani_viram Rai | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Kadirabad | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Dadhauli | West | 2.36 km |
| Tithapur | South-East | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Onawal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Onawal. The nearest railway station is Tulsi Ashram, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Onawal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Onawal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Onawal 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 Onawal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Onawal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Onawal
Where is Onawal located?
Onawal village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Onawal?
Onawal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Onawal?
The pincode of Onawal is 232109.
What is the population of Onawal?
Onawal has a total population of 1,975, including 1,018 males and 957 females.
How many households are there in Onawal?
There are 317 households in Onawal.
What is the literacy rate in Onawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Onawal is 61.72%. Male literacy is 72.40% and female literacy is 50.37%.