Sonhouli - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Sonhouli is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Sonhouli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonhouli is 204477. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.5 hectares and falls under the 233306 pincode. Saidpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sonhouli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saidpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonhouli
According to the 2011 Census, Sonhouli village had a total population of 2,521 people, including 1,269 males and 1,252 females, living in 363 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.57%, with male literacy at 83.28% and female literacy at 61.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 616.
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 | 2,521 | 1,269 | 1,252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 246 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 616 | 295 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,492 | 852 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,029 | 417 | 612 |
Nearby Villages of Sonhouli
Sonhouli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasulpur | North-West | 0.73 km |
| Sarwar Nagar | East | 0.87 km |
| Hathourhi | North | 1.25 km |
| Nasirpur Mutalika Durgapur | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Maupara | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Sammanpur Newada | West | 1.60 km |
| Saichana | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Marvan | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Sripal Chack | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Deokali | South | 1.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonhouli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sonhouli. The nearest railway station is Basuchak, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Saidpur to Sonhouli is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Sonhouli is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonhouli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonhouli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sonhouli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonhouli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sonhouli
Where is Sonhouli located?
Sonhouli village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonhouli?
Sonhouli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonhouli?
The pincode of Sonhouli is 233306.
What is the population of Sonhouli?
Sonhouli had a total population of 2,521, including 1,269 males and 1,252 females.
How many households are there in Sonhouli?
Sonhouli had 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonhouli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonhouli was 72.57%. Male literacy was 83.28% and female literacy was 61.96%.