Sonsa

Sonsa is a village located in Hisua subdivision of Nawada district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Hisua (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Nawada. As per 2009 stats, Sonsa village is also a gram panchayat.

Sonsa has its own place in the vibrant Nawada 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 258107. The village spans a total geographical area of 308 hectares. Hisua is nearest town to Sonsa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km 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 3,126 1,601 1,525
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 520 246 274
Scheduled Castes (SC) 874 438 436
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 2 N/A
Literate Population 1,663 1,024 639
Illiterate Population 1,463 577 886

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

  • The total population of Sonsa village is around 3,126, including approximately 1,601 males and 1,525 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 520 children aged 0–6 years in Sonsa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonsa village has 874 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonsa village is about 53.20%, with male literacy at 63.96% and female literacy at 41.90%.
  • There are around 499 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonsa

Where is Sonsa located?
Sonsa village is situated in Hisua Subdivision, within the Nawada 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 3,126, with 1,601 males and 1,525 females.
How many households are there in Sonsa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonsa village has a total of 499 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonsa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonsa is 53.20%. The male literacy rate is 63.96%, while the female literacy rate is 41.90%.