Sonaut
Sonaut is a village located in Manpur subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Manpur (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Sonaut village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonaut unique in its vibrant Manpur-Gaya region. You’ll see Sonaut’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 Sonaut
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonaut is 255246. The village spans a total geographical area of 337 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Sonaut village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sonaut
Population of Sonaut
According to the 2011 Census, Sonaut has a total population of about 4,994, with approximately 2,575 males and 2,419 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 909 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,784 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 51.70%, with male literacy at about 60.31% and female literacy near 42.54%. There are around 778 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonaut's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,994 | 2,575 | 2,419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 909 | 455 | 454 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,784 | 920 | 864 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,582 | 1,553 | 1,029 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,412 | 1,022 | 1,390 |
Connectivity of Sonaut
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonaut. As per the 2011 stats, Sonaut had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonaut
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonaut helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonaut.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonaut
- Where is Sonaut located?
- Sonaut village is situated in Manpur Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonaut?
- Sonaut serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonaut as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonaut is 4,994, with 2,575 males and 2,419 females.
- How many households are there in Sonaut as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonaut village has a total of 778 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonaut as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonaut is 51.70%. The male literacy rate is 60.31%, while the female literacy rate is 42.54%.