Sonela - Pranpur, Katihar
Sonela is a village situated in the Pranpur subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pranpur and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Kehunia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonela is 225409. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.07 hectares and falls under the 854116 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Sonela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonela
According to the 2011 Census, Sonela village had a total population of 951 people, including 498 males and 453 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.60%, with male literacy at 78.88% and female literacy at 59.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 951 | 498 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 325 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 173 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Sonela
Sonela is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonela
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Sonela. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Sonela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Sonela is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sonela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sonela
Where is Sonela located?
Sonela village is located in Pranpur Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonela?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonela is Kehunia.
What is the pincode of Sonela?
The pincode of Sonela is 854116.
What is the population of Sonela?
Sonela had a total population of 951, including 498 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Sonela?
Sonela had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonela was 69.60%. Male literacy was 78.88% and female literacy was 59.30%.