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.

Sonchar 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 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.

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Population of Sonchar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Sonchar village is around 319, including approximately 160 males and 159 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Sonchar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Sonchar village is about 50.78%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 41.51%.
  • There are around 53 households in Sonchar village.

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.

Gulaur Nibi Lakhanapar Karmuwa Bhikhara Bhawipar Dhobhi Kotha Dumri Chauri Hanspatti

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%.