Sonhauli - Benipatti, Madhubani
Sonhauli is a village situated in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipatti and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Meghbon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonhauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonhauli is 220289. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.27 hectares and falls under the 847102 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sonhauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonhauli
As per Census 2011, Sonhauli village has a total population of 2,784 people, consisting of 1,443 males and 1,341 females. The village has 536 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 636 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,180 literate and 1,604 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonhauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,784 | 1,443 | 1,341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 636 | 316 | 320 |
| Literate Population | 1,180 | 675 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,604 | 768 | 836 |
Nearby Villages of Sonhauli
Sonhauli 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 Sonhauli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sonhauli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhubani to Sonhauli is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonhauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonhauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonhauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonhauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonhauli
Where is Sonhauli located?
Sonhauli village is located in Benipatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonhauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonhauli is Meghbon.
What is the pincode of Sonhauli?
The pincode of Sonhauli is 847102.
What is the population of Sonhauli?
Sonhauli has a total population of 2,784, including 1,443 males and 1,341 females.
How many households are there in Sonhauli?
There are 536 households in Sonhauli.
What is the literacy rate in Sonhauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonhauli is 42.39%. Male literacy is 46.78% and female literacy is 37.66%.