Sonawau

Sonawau is a village located in Gorakhpur tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from Gorakhpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sonawau village. As per 2009 stats, Sonwae is the gram panchayat of Sonawau village.

Sonawau has its own place in the vibrant Gorakhpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sonawau

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonawau is 185871. The village spans a total geographical area of 210.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 273016. Gorakhpur is nearest town to Sonawau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Sonawau

Below is a concise population overview of Sonawau as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,957 2,063 1,894
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 650 340 310
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,511 793 718
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,888 1,235 653
Illiterate Population 2,069 828 1,241

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonawau village:

  • The total population of Sonawau village is around 3,957, including approximately 2,063 males and 1,894 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 650 children aged 0–6 years in Sonawau village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonawau village has 1,511 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sonawau village is about 47.71%, with male literacy at 59.86% and female literacy at 34.48%.
  • There are around 597 households in Sonawau village.

Connectivity of Sonawau

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonawau. As per the 2011 stats, Sonawau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Sonawau

Knowing the nearby villages of Sonawau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonawau.

Domanee Bishunpur Khurd Hathiya Paras Dumaree Nauwa Awwal Sonva Ah Karhya Akolahee Parkarnjahee Mugalaha Nauwa Doem

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonawau

Where is Sonawau located?
Sonawau village is situated in Gorakhpur Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonawau?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonawau is Sonwae (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sonawau?
The pincode of Sonawau is 273016, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonawau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonawau is 3,957, with 2,063 males and 1,894 females.
How many households are there in Sonawau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonawau village has a total of 597 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonawau as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonawau is 47.71%. The male literacy rate is 59.86%, while the female literacy rate is 34.48%.