Sondiha - Tarapur, Munger
Sondiha is a village situated in the Tarapur subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarapur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Parbhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sondiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sondiha is 243153. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 813221 pincode. Munger is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Sondiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sondiha
As per Census 2011, Sondiha village has a total population of 2,501 people, consisting of 1,365 males and 1,136 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 832 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,777 literate and 724 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sondiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,501 | 1,365 | 1,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 199 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,777 | 1,041 | 736 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 324 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Sondiha
Sondiha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sauna | South-West | 0.79 km |
| Dhauni | South | 0.91 km |
| Madhura | North | 1.14 km |
| Tarapur (ct) | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Gorgawan | West | 1.37 km |
| Goga Chak | East | 1.57 km |
| Mahpur | West | 1.64 km |
| Kazi Chak | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Siswa | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Bihma | South | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sondiha
The nearest railway station is Kamarganj, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Munger to Sondiha is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Sondiha
Where is Sondiha located?
Sondiha village is located in Tarapur Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sondiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sondiha is Parbhara.
What is the pincode of Sondiha?
The pincode of Sondiha is 813221.
What is the population of Sondiha?
Sondiha has a total population of 2,501, including 1,365 males and 1,136 females.
How many households are there in Sondiha?
There are 498 households in Sondiha.
What is the literacy rate in Sondiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sondiha is 71.05%. Male literacy is 76.26% and female literacy is 64.79%.