Sonpura
Sonpura is a village located in Udwant Nagar subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Udwant Nagar (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Arrah. As per 2009 stats, Sonpura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpura unique in its vibrant Udwant Nagar-Bhojpur region. You’ll see Sonpura’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 Sonpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpura is 247090. The village spans a total geographical area of 497 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 802206. Arrah is nearest town to Sonpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Sonpura
Population of Sonpura
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpura has a total population of about 2,162, with approximately 1,145 males and 1,017 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 397 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 488 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 56.20%, with male literacy at about 69.08% and female literacy near 41.69%. There are around 317 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,162 | 1,145 | 1,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 208 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 250 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,215 | 791 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 947 | 354 | 593 |
Connectivity of Sonpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpura. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpura 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 Sonpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpura
- Where is Sonpura located?
- Sonpura village is situated in Udwant Nagar Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpura?
- Sonpura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonpura?
- The pincode of Sonpura is 802206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpura is 2,162, with 1,145 males and 1,017 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpura village has a total of 317 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpura is 56.20%. The male literacy rate is 69.08%, while the female literacy rate is 41.69%.