Sonawara - Manjhanpur, Kaushambi
Sonawara is a village situated in the Manjhanpur tehsil of Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjhanpur and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Kaushambi. Beroucha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonawara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonawara is 160447. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.7 hectares and falls under the 212216 pincode. Bharwari is the nearest town.
Sonawara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manjhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonawara
According to the 2011 Census, Sonawara village had a total population of 751 people, including 393 males and 358 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.39%, with male literacy at 75.39% and female literacy at 56.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 751 | 393 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 76 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 239 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 154 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Sonawara
Sonawara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mawai Kalan Ahatmali | North-West | 0.91 km |
| Beroucha Kachhar | East | 1.09 km |
| Lohakat Uparhar | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Mahila Uparhar | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Beroucha Uparhar | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Mawai Kalan Mustkil | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Lohakat Kachhar | South | 2.03 km |
| Dhana Uparhar | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Mahila Kachhar | South | 2.27 km |
| Mau Ahatmali | South-West | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonawara
Public transport in the Sonawara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bargarh, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kaushambi to Sonawara is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonawara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonawara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonawara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonawara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonawara
Where is Sonawara located?
Sonawara village is located in Manjhanpur Tehsil, Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonawara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonawara is Beroucha.
What is the pincode of Sonawara?
The pincode of Sonawara is 212216.
What is the population of Sonawara?
Sonawara had a total population of 751, including 393 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Sonawara?
Sonawara had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonawara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonawara was 66.39%. Male literacy was 75.39% and female literacy was 56.45%.