Sonawa - Lambhua, Sultanpur
Sonawa is a village situated in the Lambhua tehsil of Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lambhua and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sultanpur. Sonawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonawa is 170832. The village covers a total geographical area of 514.74 hectares and falls under the 222301 pincode. Koiripur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sonawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonawa
As per Census 2011, Sonawa village has a total population of 6,692 people, consisting of 3,431 males and 3,261 females. The village has 1,057 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 935 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,020 literate and 2,672 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,029 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,692 | 3,431 | 3,261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 935 | 515 | 420 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,029 | 548 | 481 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,020 | 2,389 | 1,631 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,672 | 1,042 | 1,630 |
Nearby Villages of Sonawa
Sonawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Turkhauli | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Farmapur | South | 1.63 km |
| Vijai Patti | East | 1.88 km |
| Banahra | North | 2.18 km |
| Sonpura | South | 2.21 km |
| Pathani Pur | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Babhanpur | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Trilokpatti | South | 2.56 km |
| Sihauli | West | 2.59 km |
| Ataraura Meerpur | South-East | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonawa
Sonawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Koiripur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koiripur to Sonawa is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sultanpur to Sonawa is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonawa 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 Sonawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonawa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonawa
Where is Sonawa located?
Sonawa village is located in Lambhua Tehsil, Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonawa?
Sonawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonawa?
The pincode of Sonawa is 222301.
What is the population of Sonawa?
Sonawa has a total population of 6,692, including 3,431 males and 3,261 females.
How many households are there in Sonawa?
There are 1,057 households in Sonawa.
What is the literacy rate in Sonawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonawa is 60.07%. Male literacy is 69.63% and female literacy is 50.02%.