Sonkhar - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Sonkhar is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Sonkhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkhar is 176996. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.59 hectares and falls under the 272153 pincode. Bansi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sonkhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonkhar
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhar village had a total population of 3,899 people, including 2,073 males and 1,826 females, living in 594 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.52%, with male literacy at 65.95% and female literacy at 37.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sonkhar
Sonkhar 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 Sonkhar
Sonkhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansi to Sonkhar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Sonkhar is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonkhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonkhar 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 Sonkhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonkhar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sonkhar
Where is Sonkhar located?
Sonkhar village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonkhar?
Sonkhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonkhar?
The pincode of Sonkhar is 272153.
What is the population of Sonkhar?
Sonkhar had a total population of 3,899, including 2,073 males and 1,826 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhar?
Sonkhar had 594 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonkhar was 52.52%. Male literacy was 65.95% and female literacy was 37.32%.