Sonepur - Katra, Muzaffarpur
Sonepur is a village situated in the Katra subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katra and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Sonpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonepur is 229176. The village covers a total geographical area of 813 hectares and falls under the 843321 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Sonepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaighat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Muzaffarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonepur
As per Census 2011, Sonepur village has a total population of 4,902 people, consisting of 2,570 males and 2,332 females. The village has 990 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 954 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,063 literate and 2,839 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,965 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,902 | 2,570 | 2,332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 954 | 484 | 470 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,965 | 1,011 | 954 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,063 | 1,264 | 799 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,839 | 1,306 | 1,533 |
Nearby Villages of Sonepur
Sonepur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ikri | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Deogan | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Harpur Urfkamalpurbhadwaradih | East | 2.38 km |
| Dumrawan | East | 2.49 km |
| Raja Dih Urf Salempur | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Gangia Urf Parmanandpur | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Loma Urf Loama | West | 3.27 km |
| Katra | North | 3.32 km |
| Kalyanpur Urf Bishunpurkalyan | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Bhorpura Garib | South | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonepur
Public transport in the Sonepur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paramjeevar Tarajeevar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Muzaffarpur to Sonepur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sonepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonepur
Where is Sonepur located?
Sonepur village is located in Katra Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonepur is Sonpur.
What is the pincode of Sonepur?
The pincode of Sonepur is 843321.
What is the population of Sonepur?
Sonepur has a total population of 4,902, including 2,570 males and 2,332 females.
How many households are there in Sonepur?
There are 990 households in Sonepur.
What is the literacy rate in Sonepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonepur is 42.08%. Male literacy is 49.18% and female literacy is 34.26%.