Sonahula - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Sonahula is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. Sanhaula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonahula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonahula is 240271. The village covers a total geographical area of 433 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sonahula 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 Sonahula
As per Census 2011, Sonahula village has a total population of 5,614 people, consisting of 2,947 males and 2,667 females. The village has 1,005 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,008 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,684 literate and 2,930 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonahula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,614 | 2,947 | 2,667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,008 | 516 | 492 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 133 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 2,684 | 1,587 | 1,097 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,930 | 1,360 | 1,570 |
Nearby Villages of Sonahula
Sonahula 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 Sonahula
Public transport in the Sonahula is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sonahula.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Sonahula is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Sonahula is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonahula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonahula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonahula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonahula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonahula
Where is Sonahula located?
Sonahula village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonahula?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonahula is Sanhaula.
What is the pincode of Sonahula?
The pincode of Sonahula is 813205.
What is the population of Sonahula?
Sonahula has a total population of 5,614, including 2,947 males and 2,667 females.
How many households are there in Sonahula?
There are 1,005 households in Sonahula.
What is the literacy rate in Sonahula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonahula is 47.81%. Male literacy is 53.85% and female literacy is 41.13%.