Sonar Bigha

Sonar Bigha is a village located in Silao subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Silao (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Barakar is the gram panchayat of Sonar Bigha village.

Sonar Bigha 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 Sonar Bigha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonar Bigha is 245111. The village spans a total geographical area of 45 hectares. Silao is nearest town to Sonar Bigha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Sonar Bigha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 488 239 249
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 99 40 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 485 239 246
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 60 44 16
Illiterate Population 428 195 233

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

  • The total population of Sonar Bigha village is around 488, including approximately 239 males and 249 females, with a sex ratio of 1041 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 99 children aged 0–6 years in Sonar Bigha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonar Bigha village has 485 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sonar Bigha village is about 12.30%, with male literacy at 18.41% and female literacy at 6.43%.
  • There are around 84 households in Sonar Bigha village.

Connectivity of Sonar Bigha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonar Bigha. As per the 2011 stats, Sonar Bigha 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sonar Bigha

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

Balaur Dharampura Kamal Bigha Gor Bigha Barakar Shekhpul Nagri Dhanchhuhi Shahpur Malikpur Dumari

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonar Bigha

Where is Sonar Bigha located?
Sonar Bigha village is situated in Silao Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonar Bigha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonar Bigha is Barakar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sonar Bigha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonar Bigha is 488, with 239 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Sonar Bigha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonar Bigha village has a total of 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonar Bigha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonar Bigha is 12.30%. The male literacy rate is 18.41%, while the female literacy rate is 6.43%.