Sonawan
About Sonawan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sonawan village is 244924. Sonawan village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 204 hectares. Sonawan has a total population of 2,247 peoples, out of which male population is 1,168 while female population is 1,079. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 923 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sonawan village is 47.35% out of which 55.22% males and 38.83% females are literate. There are about 353 houses in sonawan village.
Islampur is nearest town to sonawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Sonawan
The population details of Sonawan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,247 | 1,168 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 423 | 222 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 331 | 160 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,064 | 645 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,183 | 523 | 660 |
Connectivity of Sonawan
| 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 |
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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%.