Sonwan
About Sonwan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sonwan village is 260439. Sonwan village is located in Ghoshi subdivision of Jehanabad district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Ghoshi (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Jehanabad . As per 2009 stats, Parawan is the gram panchayat of Sonwan village.
The total geographical area of village is 397 hectares. Sonwan has a total population of 3,505 peoples, out of which male population is 1,790 while female population is 1,715. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 958 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sonwan village is 56.32% out of which 60.45% males and 52.01% females are literate. There are about 517 houses in sonwan village.
Jehanabad is nearest town to sonwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Sonwan
The population details of Sonwan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,505 | 1,790 | 1,715 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 612 | 309 | 303 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,134 | 568 | 566 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,974 | 1,082 | 892 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,531 | 708 | 823 |
Connectivity of Sonwan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonwan
Where is Sonwan located?
Sonwan village is situated in Ghoshi Subdivision, within the Jehanabad district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonwan is Parawan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sonwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonwan is 3,505, with 1,790 males and 1,715 females.
How many households are there in Sonwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonwan village has a total of 517 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonwan is 56.32%. The male literacy rate is 60.45%, while the female literacy rate is 52.01%.