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.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkhar unique in its vibrant Bansi-Siddharthnagar region. You’ll see Sonkhar’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 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.
Google Map of Sonkhar
Population of Sonkhar
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhar has a total population of about 3,899, with approximately 2,073 males and 1,826 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 763 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 101 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.24%, with male literacy at about 52.97% and female literacy near 30.07%. There are around 594 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonkhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.