Sonai - Chauri Chaura, Gorakhpur
Sonai is a village situated in the Chauri Chaura tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chauri Chaura and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Dumraila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonai is 186026. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.85 hectares and falls under the 273413 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sonai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Sonai
Sonai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumraula | North | 0.84 km |
| Dulhra | East | 1.24 km |
| Mirja Pur | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Bauthha | South | 1.63 km |
| Gopalpur | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Tilak Patti | North | 1.69 km |
| Bharkacha | West | 1.78 km |
| Sonayee Buzurg | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Khar Khuta | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Silhata | East | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonai
Sonai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chauri Chaura, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Gorakhpur to Sonai is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Sonai is about 26 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 Sonai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonai 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sonai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonai 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sonai
Where is Sonai located?
Sonai village is located in Chauri Chaura Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonai is Dumraila.
What is the pincode of Sonai?
The pincode of Sonai is 273413.