Sonawan

Sonawan is a village located in Durgawati subdivision of Kaimur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Durgawati (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Bhabua. As per 2009 stats, Awahriya is the gram panchayat of Sonawan village.

Sonawan has its own place in the vibrant Kaimur 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 Sonawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonawan is 249610. The village spans a total geographical area of 91 hectares. Bhabua is nearest town to Sonawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

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Population of Sonawan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 721 356 365
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 142 63 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) 142 72 70
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 421 250 171
Illiterate Population 300 106 194

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

  • The total population of Sonawan village is around 721, including approximately 356 males and 365 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Sonawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonawan village has 142 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonawan village is about 58.39%, with male literacy at 70.22% and female literacy at 46.85%.
  • There are around 101 households in Sonawan village.

Connectivity of Sonawan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonawan. As per the 2011 stats, Sonawan 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sonawan

Knowing the nearby villages of Sonawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonawan.

Dahla Chogara Janarjanpur Panrepur Anwarhiya Sarangpur Karanpura Dirkhili Shahpur Lain Sawath

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonawan

Where is Sonawan located?
Sonawan village is situated in Durgawati Subdivision, within the Kaimur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonawan is Awahriya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sonawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonawan is 721, with 356 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Sonawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonawan village has a total of 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonawan is 58.39%. The male literacy rate is 70.22%, while the female literacy rate is 46.85%.