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.
Here you can discover what makes Sonsa unique in its vibrant Hisua-Nawada region. You’ll see Sonsa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Sonsa
Population of Sonsa
According to the 2011 Census, Sonsa has a total population of about 3,126, with approximately 1,601 males and 1,525 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 520 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 874 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.20%, with male literacy at about 63.96% and female literacy near 41.90%. There are around 499 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonsa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.