Sonari Shanker
Sonari Shanker is a village located in Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Khajni (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Unowla Khas is the gram panchayat of Sonari Shanker village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonari Shanker unique in its vibrant Khajni-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Sonari Shanker’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 Sonari Shanker
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonari Shanker is 186900. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.05 hectares. Khajni is nearest town to Sonari Shanker village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sonari Shanker
Population of Sonari Shanker
According to the 2011 Census, Sonari Shanker has a total population of about 471, with approximately 232 males and 239 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 49 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 84 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.18%, with male literacy at about 76.72% and female literacy near 53.97%. There are around 75 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonari Shanker's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 471 | 232 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 307 | 178 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 54 | 110 |
Connectivity of Sonari Shanker
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonari Shanker. As per the 2011 stats, Sonari Shanker 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonari Shanker
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonari Shanker helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonari Shanker.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonari Shanker
- Where is Sonari Shanker located?
- Sonari Shanker village is situated in Khajni Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonari Shanker?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonari Shanker is Unowla Khas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonari Shanker as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonari Shanker is 471, with 232 males and 239 females.
- How many households are there in Sonari Shanker as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonari Shanker village has a total of 75 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonari Shanker as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonari Shanker is 65.18%. The male literacy rate is 76.72%, while the female literacy rate is 53.97%.