Sonbarsa - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Sonbarsa is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Sonbarsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonbarsa is 203842. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.9 hectares and falls under the 275202 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sonbarsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonbarsa
As per Census 2011, Sonbarsa village has a total population of 930 people, consisting of 485 males and 445 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 637 literate and 293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonbarsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 930 | 485 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 119 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 388 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 97 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Sonbarsa
Sonbarsa 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 Sonbarsa
Sonbarsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sonbarsa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Sonbarsa is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Sonbarsa is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonbarsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonbarsa 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 Sonbarsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonbarsa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonbarsa
Where is Sonbarsa located?
Sonbarsa village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonbarsa?
Sonbarsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonbarsa?
The pincode of Sonbarsa is 275202.
What is the population of Sonbarsa?
Sonbarsa has a total population of 930, including 485 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Sonbarsa?
There are 131 households in Sonbarsa.
What is the literacy rate in Sonbarsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonbarsa is 68.49%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 55.96%.