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
As per Census 2011, Sonia Dakhin village has a total population of 498 people, consisting of 253 males and 245 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 352 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonia Dakhin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 498 | 253 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 25 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| 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 has a total population of 498, including 253 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Sonia Dakhin?
There are 84 households in Sonia Dakhin.
What is the literacy rate in Sonia Dakhin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonia Dakhin is 70.68%. Male literacy is 80.63% and female literacy is 60.41%.