Sonkhar

Sonkhar is a village located in Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Bansi (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Siddharthnagar. As per 2009 stats, Sonkhar village is also a gram panchayat.

Sonkhar has its own place in the vibrant Siddharthnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sonkhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkhar is 176996. The village spans a total geographical area of 385.59 hectares. Bansi is nearest town to Sonkhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Sonkhar

Below is a concise population overview of Sonkhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,899 2,073 1,826
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 763 408 355
Scheduled Castes (SC) 101 53 48
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 1 2
Literate Population 1,647 1,098 549
Illiterate Population 2,252 975 1,277

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonkhar village:

  • The total population of Sonkhar village is around 3,899, including approximately 2,073 males and 1,826 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 763 children aged 0–6 years in Sonkhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonkhar village has 101 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonkhar village is about 42.24%, with male literacy at 52.97% and female literacy at 30.07%.
  • There are around 594 households in Sonkhar village.

Connectivity of Sonkhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkhar. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sonkhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkhar.

Kathaihi Supaghat Tekapar Supabaxi Babhnital Tirlokpur Gulriha Raja Murila Raja Bakunaw Azama Garh Bhanawari

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhar

Where is Sonkhar located?
Sonkhar village is situated in Bansi Tehsil, within the Siddharthnagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhar?
Sonkhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sonkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhar is 3,899, with 2,073 males and 1,826 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhar village has a total of 594 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhar is 42.24%. The male literacy rate is 52.97%, while the female literacy rate is 30.07%.