Sonki
Sonki is a village located in Darbhanga subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from Darbhanga, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sonki village. As per 2009 stats, Sonki village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonki unique in its vibrant Darbhanga region. You’ll see Sonki’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 Sonki
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonki is 227062. The village spans a total geographical area of 219 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 846009. Darbhanga is nearest town to Sonki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Sonki
Population of Sonki
According to the 2011 Census, Sonki has a total population of about 3,661, with approximately 1,934 males and 1,727 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 859 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 827 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.82%, with male literacy at about 50.10% and female literacy near 32.54%. There are around 789 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonki's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,661 | 1,934 | 1,727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 859 | 451 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 827 | 440 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,531 | 969 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,130 | 965 | 1,165 |
Connectivity of Sonki
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonki. As per the 2011 stats, Sonki had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Sonki
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonki helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonki.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonki
- Where is Sonki located?
- Sonki village is situated in Darbhanga Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonki?
- Sonki serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonki?
- The pincode of Sonki is 846009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonki is 3,661, with 1,934 males and 1,727 females.
- How many households are there in Sonki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonki village has a total of 789 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonki as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonki is 41.82%. The male literacy rate is 50.10%, while the female literacy rate is 32.54%.