Sonwani - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Sonwani is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. Sonwani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonwani is 206192. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.26 hectares and falls under the 233228 pincode.
Sonwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Zahoorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonwani
According to the 2011 Census, Sonwani village had a total population of 2,564 people, including 1,360 males and 1,204 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.38%, with male literacy at 89.59% and female literacy at 68.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,564 | 1,360 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 411 | 227 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,709 | 1,015 | 694 |
| Illiterate Population | 855 | 345 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Sonwani
Sonwani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deharia | South | 0.88 km |
| Garurwa | South | 0.94 km |
| Mokrampur | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Shahabuddin Pur | North | 1.51 km |
| Banaipur | South | 1.63 km |
| Musai Chak | South | 1.69 km |
| Kathariya | East | 1.91 km |
| Sarwanpur | West | 1.93 km |
| Mahender | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Sikohabad | South | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonwani
Public transport in the Sonwani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tajpur Dehma, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Sonwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonwani
Where is Sonwani located?
Sonwani village is located in Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonwani?
Sonwani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonwani?
The pincode of Sonwani is 233228.
What is the population of Sonwani?
Sonwani had a total population of 2,564, including 1,360 males and 1,204 females.
How many households are there in Sonwani?
Sonwani had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonwani was 79.38%. Male literacy was 89.59% and female literacy was 68.04%.