Sonas
Sonas is a village located in Khizirsarai subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Khizirsarai (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Rauniya is the gram panchayat of Sonas village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonas unique in its vibrant Khizirsarai-Gaya region. You’ll see Sonas’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 Sonas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonas is 255010. The village spans a total geographical area of 221 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 824233. Gaya is nearest town to Sonas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Sonas
Population of Sonas
According to the 2011 Census, Sonas has a total population of about 2,301, with approximately 1,190 males and 1,111 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 363 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 732 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 51.67%, with male literacy at about 60.84% and female literacy near 41.85%. There are around 357 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,301 | 1,190 | 1,111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 188 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 732 | 366 | 366 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,189 | 724 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,112 | 466 | 646 |
Connectivity of Sonas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonas. As per the 2011 stats, Sonas 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 Sonas
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonas
- Where is Sonas located?
- Sonas village is situated in Khizirsarai Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonas is Rauniya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonas?
- The pincode of Sonas is 824233, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonas is 2,301, with 1,190 males and 1,111 females.
- How many households are there in Sonas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonas village has a total of 357 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonas is 51.67%. The male literacy rate is 60.84%, while the female literacy rate is 41.85%.