Sonwar - Colonelganj, Gonda
Sonwar is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Conelganj and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Sonwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonwar is 174874. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.7 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Conelganj is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sonwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonwar
As per Census 2011, Sonwar village has a total population of 2,031 people, consisting of 1,077 males and 954 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 378 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 920 literate and 1,111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,031 | 1,077 | 954 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 378 | 197 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 920 | 591 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,111 | 486 | 625 |
Nearby Villages of Sonwar
Sonwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nahawa Parsaura | North-East | 1.17 km |
| Barawaliya Tallukdari | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Pipri | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Tikauli | North | 1.42 km |
| Nagawa Kalan | West | 1.92 km |
| Colonel Ganj(rural) | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Lakhanapur | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Debi Tilmaha | East | 2.20 km |
| Rewari | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Pipari Rawat | North-East | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonwar
Sonwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Colonelganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.2 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Conelganj to Sonwar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Sonwar is about 30 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 Sonwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonwar 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 Sonwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonwar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonwar
Where is Sonwar located?
Sonwar village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonwar?
Sonwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonwar?
The pincode of Sonwar is 271502.
What is the population of Sonwar?
Sonwar has a total population of 2,031, including 1,077 males and 954 females.
How many households are there in Sonwar?
There are 314 households in Sonwar.
What is the literacy rate in Sonwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonwar is 45.30%. Male literacy is 54.87% and female literacy is 34.49%.