Sonsa

Sonsa is a village located in Rahui subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Rahui (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Sonsa village is also a gram panchayat.

Sonsa 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 Sonsa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonsa is 244380. The village spans a total geographical area of 555 hectares. Biharsharif is nearest town to Sonsa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Sonsa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,160 2,631 2,529
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,039 524 515
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,467 735 732
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 19 12 7
Literate Population 2,233 1,403 830
Illiterate Population 2,927 1,228 1,699

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

  • The total population of Sonsa village is around 5,160, including approximately 2,631 males and 2,529 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,039 children aged 0–6 years in Sonsa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonsa village has 1,467 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonsa village is about 43.28%, with male literacy at 53.33% and female literacy at 32.82%.
  • There are around 854 households in Sonsa village.

Connectivity of Sonsa

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

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

Nearby Villages of Sonsa

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

Najai Mustafapur Bhinda Susandi Ora Bhandari Habanpura Rahui Amba Dehra Kadi Bigha

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonsa

Where is Sonsa located?
Sonsa village is situated in Rahui Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonsa?
Sonsa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sonsa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonsa is 5,160, with 2,631 males and 2,529 females.
How many households are there in Sonsa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonsa village has a total of 854 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonsa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonsa is 43.28%. The male literacy rate is 53.33%, while the female literacy rate is 32.82%.