Sonari - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Sonari is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammadabad and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Sonari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonari is 206254. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.17 hectares and falls under the 233227 pincode. Muhammadabad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sonari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohammadabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonari
As per Census 2011, Sonari village has a total population of 3,313 people, consisting of 1,710 males and 1,603 females. The village has 493 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 550 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,052 literate and 1,261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,313 | 1,710 | 1,603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 550 | 296 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 198 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,052 | 1,205 | 847 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,261 | 505 | 756 |
Nearby Villages of Sonari
Sonari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karpsha | South-West | 0.73 km |
| Chak Khalil Hariharpah | South | 0.94 km |
| Chak Gulabi | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Baghauri T. Sonari | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Belsari | North | 1.36 km |
| Chak Ham | South | 1.42 km |
| Awathhi Basant | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Tiyara Chak | East | 1.48 km |
| Chak Hakim | South | 1.55 km |
| Chandpur | North-West | 1.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonari
Sonari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhondha Dih, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muhammadabad to Sonari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Sonari is about 32 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 Sonari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonari 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonari
Where is Sonari located?
Sonari village is located in Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonari?
Sonari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonari?
The pincode of Sonari is 233227.
What is the population of Sonari?
Sonari has a total population of 3,313, including 1,710 males and 1,603 females.
How many households are there in Sonari?
There are 493 households in Sonari.
What is the literacy rate in Sonari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonari is 61.94%. Male literacy is 70.47% and female literacy is 52.84%.