Sonabarasa - Naugarh, Siddharthnagar
Sonabarasa is a village situated in the Naugarh tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naugarh and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Marukharg Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonabarasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonabarasa is 176597. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.05 hectares and falls under the 272202 pincode. Jogiya Udaypur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sonabarasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapilvastu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonabarasa
As per Census 2011, Sonabarasa village has a total population of 529 people, consisting of 285 males and 244 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonabarasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 285 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 85 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 170 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 115 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Sonabarasa
Sonabarasa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Marukharg Kala | East | 0.38 km |
| Semara Kala | West | 0.86 km |
| Banki | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Turakauliya | East | 1.45 km |
| Sikahula | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Chokhar | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Chitara Par | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Puraina | South | 1.93 km |
| Chorai | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Kusumhi | West | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonabarasa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sonabarasa. The nearest railway station is Naugarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jogiya Udaypur to Sonabarasa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Sonabarasa is about 16 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 Sonabarasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonabarasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonabarasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonabarasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonabarasa
Where is Sonabarasa located?
Sonabarasa village is located in Naugarh Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonabarasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonabarasa is Marukharg Kala.
What is the pincode of Sonabarasa?
The pincode of Sonabarasa is 272202.
What is the population of Sonabarasa?
Sonabarasa has a total population of 529, including 285 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Sonabarasa?
There are 94 households in Sonabarasa.
What is the literacy rate in Sonabarasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonabarasa is 43.29%. Male literacy is 59.65% and female literacy is 24.18%.