Sonikpur

Sonikpur is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Etauri is the gram panchayat of Sonikpur village.

Sonikpur has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur 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 Sonikpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonikpur is 200370. The village spans a total geographical area of 144.03 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Sonikpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

As per 2019 stats, Sonikpur village comes under Jaunpur assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Sonikpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 753 364 389
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 89 38 51
Scheduled Castes (SC) 138 63 75
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 446 250 196
Illiterate Population 307 114 193

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

  • The total population of Sonikpur village is around 753, including approximately 364 males and 389 females, with a sex ratio of 1068 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Sonikpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonikpur village has 138 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sonikpur village is about 59.23%, with male literacy at 68.68% and female literacy at 50.39%.
  • There are around 125 households in Sonikpur village.

Connectivity of Sonikpur

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sonikpur

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

Shankerpur Jhakhariya Barganva Sarai Khuaja Lapari Harahi Etauri Meharanva Makhemalepur Rajapur Maniya

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonikpur

Where is Sonikpur located?
Sonikpur village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonikpur is Etauri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sonikpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonikpur is 753, with 364 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Sonikpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonikpur village has a total of 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonikpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonikpur is 59.23%. The male literacy rate is 68.68%, while the female literacy rate is 50.39%.