Soni - Rajpur, Buxar
Soni is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Khiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soni is 248434. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Soni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Soni
As per Census 2011, Soni village has a total population of 895 people, consisting of 458 males and 437 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 389 literate and 506 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 895 | 458 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 74 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 235 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 223 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Soni
Soni 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 Soni
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Soni. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Soni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Soni is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Soni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soni
Where is Soni located?
Soni village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soni?
The Gram Panchayat of Soni is Khiri.
What is the pincode of Soni?
The pincode of Soni is 802122.
What is the population of Soni?
Soni has a total population of 895, including 458 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Soni?
There are 161 households in Soni.
What is the literacy rate in Soni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soni is 43.46%. Male literacy is 51.31% and female literacy is 35.24%.