Sonudih - Goradih, Bhagalpur
Sonudih is a village situated in the Goradih subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goradih and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Sonudih Satjori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonudih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonudih is 239957. The village covers a total geographical area of 418 hectares and falls under the 813105 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sonudih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonudih
As per Census 2011, Sonudih village has a total population of 6,210 people, consisting of 3,355 males and 2,855 females. The village has 1,212 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,611 literate and 3,599 illiterate residents. Additionally, 866 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonudih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,210 | 3,355 | 2,855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,309 | 684 | 625 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 866 | 483 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,611 | 1,718 | 893 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,599 | 1,637 | 1,962 |
Nearby Villages of Sonudih
Sonudih 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 Sonudih
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sonudih. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sonudih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhagalpur to Sonudih is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonudih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonudih 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 Sonudih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonudih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonudih
Where is Sonudih located?
Sonudih village is located in Goradih Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonudih?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonudih is Sonudih Satjori.
What is the pincode of Sonudih?
The pincode of Sonudih is 813105.
What is the population of Sonudih?
Sonudih has a total population of 6,210, including 3,355 males and 2,855 females.
How many households are there in Sonudih?
There are 1,212 households in Sonudih.
What is the literacy rate in Sonudih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonudih is 42.05%. Male literacy is 51.21% and female literacy is 31.28%.