Sonjana - Mahroni, Lalitpur
Sonjana is a village situated in the Mahroni tehsil of Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahroni and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Lalitpur. Saujana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonjana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonjana is 153433. The village covers a total geographical area of 4912.77 hectares and falls under the 284405 pincode. Lalitpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sonjana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehroni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonjana
As per Census 2011, Sonjana village has a total population of 8,282 people, consisting of 4,403 males and 3,879 females. The village has 1,431 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,527 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,991 literate and 4,291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,556 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 768 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonjana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,282 | 4,403 | 3,879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,527 | 805 | 722 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,556 | 1,351 | 1,205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 768 | 396 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 3,991 | 2,470 | 1,521 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,291 | 1,933 | 2,358 |
Nearby Villages of Sonjana
Sonjana 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 Sonjana
Sonjana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lalitpur to Sonjana is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Lalitpur to Sonjana is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonjana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonjana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonjana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonjana 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonjana
Where is Sonjana located?
Sonjana village is located in Mahroni Tehsil, Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonjana?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonjana is Saujana.
What is the pincode of Sonjana?
The pincode of Sonjana is 284405.
What is the population of Sonjana?
Sonjana has a total population of 8,282, including 4,403 males and 3,879 females.
How many households are there in Sonjana?
There are 1,431 households in Sonjana.
What is the literacy rate in Sonjana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonjana is 48.19%. Male literacy is 56.10% and female literacy is 39.21%.