Sonkharia
Sonkharia is a village located in Barhaj tehsil of Deoria district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Barhaj (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Deoria. As per 2009 stats, Sonkharika is the gram panchayat of Sonkharia village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkharia unique in its vibrant Barhaj-Deoria region. You’ll see Sonkharia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sonkharia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkharia is 190975. The village spans a total geographical area of 109.21 hectares. Deoria is nearest town to Sonkharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Sonkharia
Population of Sonkharia
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkharia has a total population of about 1,013, with approximately 480 males and 533 females. The sex ratio is around 1110 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 386 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 40. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.90%, with male literacy at about 73.33% and female literacy near 51.59%. There are around 183 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonkharia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,013 | 480 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 75 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 184 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 352 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 128 | 258 |
Connectivity of Sonkharia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkharia. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkharia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Sonkharia
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkharia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkharia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkharia
- Where is Sonkharia located?
- Sonkharia village is situated in Barhaj Tehsil, within the Deoria district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkharia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonkharia is Sonkharika (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonkharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkharia is 1,013, with 480 males and 533 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkharia village has a total of 183 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkharia is 61.90%. The male literacy rate is 73.33%, while the female literacy rate is 51.59%.