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.
Here you can discover what makes Sonapur unique in its vibrant Pothia-Kishanganj region. You’ll see Sonapur’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 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.
Google Map of Sonapur
Population of Sonapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonapur has a total population of about 2,500, with approximately 1,287 males and 1,213 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 461 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.72%, with male literacy at about 42.35% and female literacy near 36.93%. There are around 504 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.