Sonpur
Sonpur is a village located in Biraul subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Biraul (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Sonpur Paghari is the gram panchayat of Sonpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpur unique in its vibrant Biraul-Darbhanga region. You’ll see Sonpur’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 Sonpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpur is 227740. The village spans a total geographical area of 371 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847203. Darbhanga is nearest town to Sonpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.
Google Map of Sonpur
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur has a total population of about 4,562, with approximately 2,445 males and 2,117 females. The sex ratio is around 865 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 982 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 946 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.25%, with male literacy at about 47.24% and female literacy near 21.40%. There are around 959 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,562 | 2,445 | 2,117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 982 | 531 | 451 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 946 | 506 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,608 | 1,155 | 453 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,954 | 1,290 | 1,664 |
Connectivity of Sonpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpur
- Where is Sonpur located?
- Sonpur village is situated in Biraul Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Sonpur Paghari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonpur?
- The pincode of Sonpur is 847203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpur is 4,562, with 2,445 males and 2,117 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpur village has a total of 959 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpur is 35.25%. The male literacy rate is 47.24%, while the female literacy rate is 21.40%.