Sonawan

Sonawan is a village located in Islampur subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Islampur (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Chandhari is the gram panchayat of Sonawan village.

Sonawan has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sonawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonawan is 244924. The village spans a total geographical area of 204 hectares. Islampur is nearest town to Sonawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Sonawan

Below is a concise population overview of Sonawan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,247 1,168 1,079
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 423 222 201
Scheduled Castes (SC) 331 160 171
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,064 645 419
Illiterate Population 1,183 523 660

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonawan village:

  • The total population of Sonawan village is around 2,247, including approximately 1,168 males and 1,079 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 423 children aged 0–6 years in Sonawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonawan village has 331 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sonawan village is about 47.35%, with male literacy at 55.22% and female literacy at 38.83%.
  • There are around 353 households in Sonawan village.

Connectivity of Sonawan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonawan. As per the 2011 stats, Sonawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sonawan

Knowing the nearby villages of Sonawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonawan.

Pachloa Bhabhauna Chandanpura Merhi Sarthua Khurd Danapur Ashrafpur Makhdumpur Ranipur Shekh Ali Tetaria

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonawan

Where is Sonawan located?
Sonawan village is situated in Islampur Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonawan is Chandhari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sonawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonawan is 2,247, with 1,168 males and 1,079 females.
How many households are there in Sonawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonawan village has a total of 353 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonawan is 47.35%. The male literacy rate is 55.22%, while the female literacy rate is 38.83%.