Sonpa
Sonpa is a village located in Chausa subdivision of Buxar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Chausa (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Buxar. As per 2009 stats, Jalilpur is the gram panchayat of Sonpa village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpa unique in its vibrant Chausa-Buxar region. You’ll see Sonpa’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 Sonpa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpa is 248374. The village spans a total geographical area of 442 hectares. Buxar is nearest town to Sonpa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Sonpa
Population of Sonpa
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpa has a total population of about 4,432, with approximately 2,298 males and 2,134 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 796 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,532 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.02%, with male literacy at about 68.02% and female literacy near 45.17%. There are around 700 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonpa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,432 | 2,298 | 2,134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 796 | 389 | 407 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,532 | 794 | 738 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,527 | 1,563 | 964 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,905 | 735 | 1,170 |
Connectivity of Sonpa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpa. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpa 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonpa
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpa
- Where is Sonpa located?
- Sonpa village is situated in Chausa Subdivision, within the Buxar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonpa is Jalilpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpa is 4,432, with 2,298 males and 2,134 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpa village has a total of 700 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpa is 57.02%. The male literacy rate is 68.02%, while the female literacy rate is 45.17%.