Sonsagar - Nabinagar, Aurangabad
Sonsagar is a village situated in the Nabinagar subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nabinagar and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Basdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonsagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonsagar is 253901. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 824302 pincode. Nabinagar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sonsagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kutumba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonsagar
According to the 2011 Census, Sonsagar village had a total population of 288 people, including 156 males and 132 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.16%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 55.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 288 | 156 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 105 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 51 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Sonsagar
Sonsagar 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 Sonsagar
Sonsagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sonsagar.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nabinagar to Sonsagar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Sonsagar is about 46 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 Sonsagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonsagar 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 Sonsagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonsagar 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 Sonsagar
Where is Sonsagar located?
Sonsagar village is located in Nabinagar Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonsagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonsagar is Basdiha.
What is the pincode of Sonsagar?
The pincode of Sonsagar is 824302.
What is the population of Sonsagar?
Sonsagar had a total population of 288, including 156 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Sonsagar?
Sonsagar had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonsagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonsagar was 68.16%. Male literacy was 78.95% and female literacy was 55.36%.