Sonbarsa - Haspura, Aurangabad
Sonbarsa is a village situated in the Haspura subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haspura and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Dhusari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonbarsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonbarsa is 252801. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 824115 pincode. Daudnagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sonbarsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonbarsa
As per Census 2011, Sonbarsa village has a total population of 918 people, consisting of 464 males and 454 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 623 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonbarsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 918 | 464 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 85 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 329 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 135 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Sonbarsa
Sonbarsa 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 Sonbarsa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sonbarsa. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Sonbarsa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daudnagar to Sonbarsa is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Sonbarsa is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonbarsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonbarsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sonbarsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonbarsa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonbarsa
Where is Sonbarsa located?
Sonbarsa village is located in Haspura Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonbarsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonbarsa is Dhusari.
What is the pincode of Sonbarsa?
The pincode of Sonbarsa is 824115.
What is the population of Sonbarsa?
Sonbarsa has a total population of 918, including 464 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Sonbarsa?
There are 137 households in Sonbarsa.
What is the literacy rate in Sonbarsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonbarsa is 67.86%. Male literacy is 70.91% and female literacy is 64.76%.