Sonki

Sonki is a village located in Shahpur subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Shahpur (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Arrah. As per 2009 stats, Suhiya is the gram panchayat of Sonki village.

Sonki has its own place in the vibrant Bhojpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sonki

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonki is 246599. The village spans a total geographical area of 87 hectares. Shahpur is nearest town to Sonki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Sonki

Below is a concise population overview of Sonki as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,314 654 660
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 220 117 103
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 792 458 334
Illiterate Population 522 196 326

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonki village:

  • The total population of Sonki village is around 1,314, including approximately 654 males and 660 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 220 children aged 0–6 years in Sonki village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Sonki village is about 60.27%, with male literacy at 70.03% and female literacy at 50.61%.
  • There are around 157 households in Sonki village.

Connectivity of Sonki

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonki. As per the 2011 stats, Sonki had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sonki

Knowing the nearby villages of Sonki helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonki.

Bhikhampur Parsonda Kazi Chak Sonbarsa Chaki Nauranga Suhiya Harkhi Pipra Dhokaria Chak Kunriya Lilari Sahjauli

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonki

Where is Sonki located?
Sonki village is situated in Shahpur Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonki?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonki is Suhiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sonki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonki is 1,314, with 654 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Sonki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonki village has a total of 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonki as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonki is 60.27%. The male literacy rate is 70.03%, while the female literacy rate is 50.61%.