Sonkhara
Sonkhara is a village located in Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Chunar (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Mirapur is the gram panchayat of Sonkhara village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkhara unique in its vibrant Chunar-Mirzapur region. You’ll see Sonkhara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sonkhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkhara is 212634. The village spans a total geographical area of 23.05 hectares. Ahraura is nearest town to Sonkhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Sonkhara
Population of Sonkhara
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhara has a total population of about 502, with approximately 255 males and 247 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.94%, with male literacy at about 75.29% and female literacy near 52.23%. There are around 86 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonkhara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 502 | 255 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 321 | 192 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 63 | 118 |
Connectivity of Sonkhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkhara. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkhara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonkhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhara
- Where is Sonkhara located?
- Sonkhara village is situated in Chunar Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonkhara is Mirapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonkhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhara is 502, with 255 males and 247 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhara village has a total of 86 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhara is 63.94%. The male literacy rate is 75.29%, while the female literacy rate is 52.23%.