Onauli - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Onauli is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Kolakari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Onauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Onauli is 213181. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.34 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Onauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Onauli
As per Census 2011, Onauli village has a total population of 308 people, consisting of 157 males and 151 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 101 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Onauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 308 | 157 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 78 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 57 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 100 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Onauli
Onauli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolakari | West | 0.72 km |
| Bherawal | East | 1.30 km |
| Marachhi | North | 1.63 km |
| Bichhwar | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Baldeeh | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Rajpur | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Sohdaul | North | 2.21 km |
| Kohargarh | North | 2.48 km |
| Juriya | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Baraganwa | South | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Onauli
Public transport in the Onauli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Roberts Ganj, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Onauli is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Onauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Onauli 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 Onauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Onauli 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 Onauli
Where is Onauli located?
Onauli village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Onauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Onauli is Kolakari.
What is the pincode of Onauli?
The pincode of Onauli is 231210.
What is the population of Onauli?
Onauli has a total population of 308, including 157 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Onauli?
There are 67 households in Onauli.
What is the literacy rate in Onauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Onauli is 32.79%. Male literacy is 36.31% and female literacy is 29.14%.