Visundhary - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Visundhary is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Visundhri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Visundhary village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visundhary is 213017. The village covers a total geographical area of 1250.08 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode.
Visundhary village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Visundhary
According to the 2011 Census, Visundhary village had a total population of 3,295 people, including 1,730 males and 1,565 females, living in 551 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.72%, with male literacy at 65.13% and female literacy at 47.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,351, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 332.
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 | 3,295 | 1,730 | 1,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 276 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,351 | 712 | 639 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 332 | 177 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 1,565 | 947 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,730 | 783 | 947 |
Nearby Villages of Visundhary
Visundhary 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nakawai | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Satauha | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Junia | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Parsauna Khurd | South | 2.94 km |
| Newari | East | 2.99 km |
| Dewerikhurd | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Bhaiswar | North | 3.36 km |
| Khutaha | South | 3.70 km |
| Amilia | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Bagpokhar | North-East | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Visundhary
Visundhary is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sonbhadra to Visundhary is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Visundhary
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Visundhary village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Visundhary
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Visundhary village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Visundhary
Where is Visundhary located?
Visundhary village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Visundhary?
The Gram Panchayat of Visundhary is Visundhri.
What is the pincode of Visundhary?
The pincode of Visundhary is 231210.
What is the population of Visundhary?
Visundhary had a total population of 3,295, including 1,730 males and 1,565 females.
How many households are there in Visundhary?
Visundhary had 551 households.
What is the literacy rate in Visundhary?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visundhary was 56.72%. Male literacy was 65.13% and female literacy was 47.36%.