Sonchar
Sonchar is a village located in Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Sahjanwa (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Dumari is the gram panchayat of Sonchar village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonchar unique in its vibrant Sahjanwa-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Sonchar’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 Sonchar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonchar is 185064. The village spans a total geographical area of 24.16 hectares. Gorakhpur is nearest town to Sonchar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Sonchar
Population of Sonchar
According to the 2011 Census, Sonchar has a total population of about 319, with approximately 160 males and 159 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.78%, with male literacy at about 60.00% and female literacy near 41.51%. There are around 53 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonchar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 160 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 162 | 96 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 64 | 93 |
Connectivity of Sonchar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonchar. As per the 2011 stats, Sonchar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonchar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonchar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonchar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonchar
- Where is Sonchar located?
- Sonchar village is situated in Sahjanwa Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonchar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonchar is Dumari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonchar?
- The pincode of Sonchar is 1, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonchar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonchar is 319, with 160 males and 159 females.
- How many households are there in Sonchar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonchar village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonchar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonchar is 50.78%. The male literacy rate is 60.00%, while the female literacy rate is 41.51%.