Sonwan
Sonwan is a village located in Garhpura subdivision of Begusarai district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Garhpura (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Begusarai. As per 2009 stats, Sonwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonwan unique in its vibrant Garhpura-Begusarai region. You’ll see Sonwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sonwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonwan is 237503. The village spans a total geographical area of 591 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 848201. Begusari is nearest town to Sonwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Sonwan
Population of Sonwan
According to the 2011 Census, Sonwan has a total population of about 10,234, with approximately 5,393 males and 4,841 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,150 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,085 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.81%, with male literacy at about 47.69% and female literacy near 33.13%. There are around 2,039 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,234 | 5,393 | 4,841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,150 | 1,122 | 1,028 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,085 | 559 | 526 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,176 | 2,572 | 1,604 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,058 | 2,821 | 3,237 |
Connectivity of Sonwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonwan. As per the 2011 stats, Sonwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Sonwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonwan
- Where is Sonwan located?
- Sonwan village is situated in Garhpura Subdivision, within the Begusarai district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonwan?
- Sonwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonwan?
- The pincode of Sonwan is 848201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonwan is 10,234, with 5,393 males and 4,841 females.
- How many households are there in Sonwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonwan village has a total of 2,039 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonwan is 40.81%. The male literacy rate is 47.69%, while the female literacy rate is 33.13%.