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.

Sonas 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 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.

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Population of Sonas

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Sonas village is around 2,301, including approximately 1,190 males and 1,111 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 363 children aged 0–6 years in Sonas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonas village has 732 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sonas village is about 51.67%, with male literacy at 60.84% and female literacy at 41.85%.
  • There are around 357 households in Sonas village.

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.

Pachmahla Mohammadpur Lodipur Rouniyan Pathra Paharpur Sisawar Makhdumpur Khaira Patak Bigha Lohraith

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%.