Sonapur

Sonapur is a village located in Pothia subdivision of Kishanganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Pothia (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Kishanganj. As per 2009 stats, Doobanochi is the gram panchayat of Sonapur village.

Sonapur has its own place in the vibrant Kishanganj 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 Sonapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonapur is 222509. The village spans a total geographical area of 450.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 855117. Thakurganj is nearest town to Sonapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Sonapur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,500 1,287 1,213
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 461 255 206
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 11 7 4
Literate Population 993 545 448
Illiterate Population 1,507 742 765

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

  • The total population of Sonapur village is around 2,500, including approximately 1,287 males and 1,213 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 461 children aged 0–6 years in Sonapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonapur village has 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonapur village is about 39.72%, with male literacy at 42.35% and female literacy at 36.93%.
  • There are around 504 households in Sonapur village.

Connectivity of Sonapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonapur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sonapur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonapur

Where is Sonapur located?
Sonapur village is situated in Pothia Subdivision, within the Kishanganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonapur is Doobanochi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sonapur?
The pincode of Sonapur is 855117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonapur is 2,500, with 1,287 males and 1,213 females.
How many households are there in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonapur village has a total of 504 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonapur is 39.72%. The male literacy rate is 42.35%, while the female literacy rate is 36.93%.