Sonwalia
Sonwalia is a village located in Baikunthpur subdivision of Gopalganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Baikunthpur (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Gopalganj. As per 2009 stats, Hamidpur is the gram panchayat of Sonwalia village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonwalia unique in its vibrant Baikunthpur-Gopalganj region. You’ll see Sonwalia’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 Sonwalia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonwalia is 231186. The village spans a total geographical area of 297 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 841420. Barauli is nearest town to Sonwalia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Sonwalia
Population of Sonwalia
According to the 2011 Census, Sonwalia has a total population of about 5,297, with approximately 2,706 males and 2,591 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 963 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 624 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 27. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.63%, with male literacy at about 58.13% and female literacy near 40.76%. There are around 909 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonwalia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,297 | 2,706 | 2,591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 963 | 490 | 473 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 327 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 2,629 | 1,573 | 1,056 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,668 | 1,133 | 1,535 |
Connectivity of Sonwalia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonwalia. As per the 2011 stats, Sonwalia 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 Sonwalia
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonwalia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonwalia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonwalia
- Where is Sonwalia located?
- Sonwalia village is situated in Baikunthpur Subdivision, within the Gopalganj district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonwalia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonwalia is Hamidpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonwalia?
- The pincode of Sonwalia is 841420, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonwalia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonwalia is 5,297, with 2,706 males and 2,591 females.
- How many households are there in Sonwalia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonwalia village has a total of 909 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonwalia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonwalia is 49.63%. The male literacy rate is 58.13%, while the female literacy rate is 40.76%.