Sonpur

Sonpur is a village located in Belaganj subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Belaganj (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Bazit Pur is the gram panchayat of Sonpur village.

Sonpur has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 Sonpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpur is 254940. The village spans a total geographical area of 73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 804403. Gaya is nearest town to Sonpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Sonpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 435 230 205
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 83 47 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 68 36 32
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 232 152 80
Illiterate Population 203 78 125

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

  • The total population of Sonpur village is around 435, including approximately 230 males and 205 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Sonpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonpur village has 68 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sonpur village is about 53.33%, with male literacy at 66.09% and female literacy at 39.02%.
  • There are around 47 households in Sonpur village.

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 village
Railway Station Available within 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.

Regania Chak Shekhpura Nehalpur Niamatpur Nakti Bhalua Silaunja Singhaul Chiraila Lodipur Deva Bigha Arazi Amjhar Ramanand Bigha

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpur

Where is Sonpur located?
Sonpur village is situated in Belaganj Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Bazit Pur (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 804403, 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 435, with 230 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonpur village has a total of 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpur is 53.33%. The male literacy rate is 66.09%, while the female literacy rate is 39.02%.