Sonwal
Sonwal is a village located in Zamania tehsil of Ghazipur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Zamania (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Ghazipur. As per 2009 stats, Sonwal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonwal unique in its vibrant Zamania-Ghazipur region. You’ll see Sonwal’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 Sonwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonwal is 206607. The village spans a total geographical area of 282.19 hectares. Ghazipur is nearest town to Sonwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sonwal
Population of Sonwal
According to the 2011 Census, Sonwal has a total population of about 6,007, with approximately 3,179 males and 2,828 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 967 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 637 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 68. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.48%, with male literacy at about 71.19% and female literacy near 50.57%. There are around 816 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,007 | 3,179 | 2,828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 967 | 523 | 444 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 637 | 347 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 3,693 | 2,263 | 1,430 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,314 | 916 | 1,398 |
Connectivity of Sonwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonwal. As per the 2011 stats, Sonwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonwal
- Where is Sonwal located?
- Sonwal village is situated in Zamania Tehsil, within the Ghazipur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonwal?
- Sonwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonwal is 6,007, with 3,179 males and 2,828 females.
- How many households are there in Sonwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonwal village has a total of 816 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonwal is 61.48%. The male literacy rate is 71.19%, while the female literacy rate is 50.57%.