Sonaura - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Sonaura is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Chharhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonaura is 177326. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.61 hectares and falls under the 272151 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sonaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumariyaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonaura
As per Census 2011, Sonaura village has a total population of 608 people, consisting of 287 males and 321 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,118 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 287 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 58 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 184 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 103 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Sonaura
Sonaura 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 Sonaura
Sonaura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Sonaura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Sonaura is about 34 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 Sonaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonaura 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 Sonaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonaura 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 Sonaura
Where is Sonaura located?
Sonaura village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonaura is Chharhata.
What is the pincode of Sonaura?
The pincode of Sonaura is 272151.
What is the population of Sonaura?
Sonaura has a total population of 608, including 287 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Sonaura?
There are 97 households in Sonaura.
What is the literacy rate in Sonaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonaura is 51.48%. Male literacy is 64.11% and female literacy is 40.19%.