Sonia Dakhin - Maharajganj, Mahrajganj
Sonia Dakhin is a village situated in the Maharajganj tehsil of Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maharajganj and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Mahrajganj. Kusumha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonia Dakhin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonia Dakhin is 184784. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.17 hectares and falls under the 273303 pincode.
Sonia Dakhin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paniyara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonia Dakhin
According to the 2011 Census, Sonia Dakhin village had a total population of 498 people, including 253 males and 245 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.67%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 72.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103.
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 | 498 | 253 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 25 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 204 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 49 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Sonia Dakhin
Sonia Dakhin 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 Sonia Dakhin
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sonia Dakhin. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sonia Dakhin.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mahrajganj to Sonia Dakhin is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonia Dakhin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonia Dakhin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonia Dakhin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonia Dakhin 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonia Dakhin
Where is Sonia Dakhin located?
Sonia Dakhin village is located in Maharajganj Tehsil, Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonia Dakhin?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonia Dakhin is Kusumha.
What is the pincode of Sonia Dakhin?
The pincode of Sonia Dakhin is 273303.
What is the population of Sonia Dakhin?
Sonia Dakhin had a total population of 498, including 253 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Sonia Dakhin?
Sonia Dakhin had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonia Dakhin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonia Dakhin was 81.67%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 72.91%.