Sonbarisa - Nawanagar, Buxar
Sonbarisa is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Sonbarsha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonbarisa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonbarisa is 248906. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sonbarisa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonbarisa
As per Census 2011, Sonbarisa village has a total population of 7,311 people, consisting of 3,735 males and 3,576 females. The village has 1,209 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,454 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,701 literate and 3,610 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,003 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonbarisa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,311 | 3,735 | 3,576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,454 | 734 | 720 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,003 | 507 | 496 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,701 | 2,219 | 1,482 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,610 | 1,516 | 2,094 |
Nearby Villages of Sonbarisa
Sonbarisa 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 Sonbarisa
Sonbarisa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Sonbarisa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Sonbarisa is about 33 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 Sonbarisa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonbarisa 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 Sonbarisa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonbarisa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sonbarisa
Where is Sonbarisa located?
Sonbarisa village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonbarisa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonbarisa is Sonbarsha.
What is the pincode of Sonbarisa?
The pincode of Sonbarisa is 802129.
What is the population of Sonbarisa?
Sonbarisa has a total population of 7,311, including 3,735 males and 3,576 females.
How many households are there in Sonbarisa?
There are 1,209 households in Sonbarisa.
What is the literacy rate in Sonbarisa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonbarisa is 50.62%. Male literacy is 59.41% and female literacy is 41.44%.