Sonre - Lakhnaur, Madhubani
Sonre is a village situated in the Lakhnaur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnaur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Tamuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonre village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonre is 220801. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.71 hectares and falls under the 847410 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sonre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonre
According to the 2011 Census, Sonre village had a total population of 4,139 people, including 2,165 males and 1,974 females, living in 833 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.67%, with male literacy at 69.41% and female literacy at 40.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 393.
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 | 4,139 | 2,165 | 1,974 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 895 | 465 | 430 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 207 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,806 | 1,180 | 626 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,333 | 985 | 1,348 |
Nearby Villages of Sonre
Sonre 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 Sonre
Public transport in the Sonre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sonre.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Sonre is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Sonre is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonre
Where is Sonre located?
Sonre village is located in Lakhnaur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonre?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonre is Tamuria.
What is the pincode of Sonre?
The pincode of Sonre is 847410.
What is the population of Sonre?
Sonre had a total population of 4,139, including 2,165 males and 1,974 females.
How many households are there in Sonre?
Sonre had 833 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonre was 55.67%. Male literacy was 69.41% and female literacy was 40.54%.