Sonarpatti - Lakhnaur, Madhubani
Sonarpatti is a village situated in the Lakhnaur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnaur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Lakhnaur West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonarpatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonarpatti is 220823. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.3 hectares and falls under the 847403 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sonarpatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonarpatti
According to the 2011 Census, Sonarpatti village had a total population of 483 people, including 242 males and 241 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.32%, with male literacy at 84.93% and female literacy at 69.82%.
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 | 483 | 242 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 186 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 56 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Sonarpatti
Sonarpatti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Daia Khaorwar | North-West | 1.30 km |
| Gongapur | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Kolahi | West | 2.19 km |
| Kaithinia | North | 2.74 km |
| Sohrai | West | 2.98 km |
| Az Rakbe Dip | North | 3.19 km |
| Madanpur | West | 3.34 km |
| Raghonagar | North | 3.71 km |
| Dip | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Behat | North-West | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonarpatti
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sonarpatti. The nearest railway station is Jhanjharpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Sonarpatti is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Sonarpatti is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonarpatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonarpatti 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonarpatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonarpatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonarpatti
Where is Sonarpatti located?
Sonarpatti village is located in Lakhnaur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonarpatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonarpatti is Lakhnaur West.
What is the pincode of Sonarpatti?
The pincode of Sonarpatti is 847403.
What is the population of Sonarpatti?
Sonarpatti had a total population of 483, including 242 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Sonarpatti?
Sonarpatti had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonarpatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonarpatti was 77.32%. Male literacy was 84.93% and female literacy was 69.82%.