Sonbarasa - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Sonbarasa is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Sonbarasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonbarasa is 186689. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.07 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode. Kahjni is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sonbarasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonbarasa
As per Census 2011, Sonbarasa village has a total population of 1,119 people, consisting of 571 males and 548 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 572 literate and 547 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonbarasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,119 | 571 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 107 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 156 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 572 | 376 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 195 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Sonbarasa
Sonbarasa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonbarasa
Sonbarasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kahjni to Sonbarasa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Sonbarasa is about 35 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 Sonbarasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonbarasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonbarasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonbarasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonbarasa
Where is Sonbarasa located?
Sonbarasa village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonbarasa?
Sonbarasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonbarasa?
The pincode of Sonbarasa is 273212.
What is the population of Sonbarasa?
Sonbarasa has a total population of 1,119, including 571 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Sonbarasa?
There are 167 households in Sonbarasa.
What is the literacy rate in Sonbarasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonbarasa is 51.12%. Male literacy is 65.85% and female literacy is 35.77%.