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.

Sonpa has its own place in the vibrant Buxar 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 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.

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Population of Sonpa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Sonpa village is around 4,432, including approximately 2,298 males and 2,134 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 796 children aged 0–6 years in Sonpa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonpa village has 1,532 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonpa village is about 57.02%, with male literacy at 68.02% and female literacy at 45.17%.
  • There are around 700 households in Sonpa village.

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.

Hafizwa Rajapur Goshainpur Kathtar Jalilpur Puraina Isapur Nawar Sauri Paliya Kharagpura

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%.