Sonkhar

Sonkhar is a village located in Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Gaunaha (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Domath is the gram panchayat of Sonkhar village.

Sonkhar has its own place in the vibrant Pashchim Champaran 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 Sonkhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkhar is 216460. The village spans a total geographical area of 58.36 hectares. Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to Sonkhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Sonkhar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 23 16 7
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2 2 N/A
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 10 9 1
Illiterate Population 13 7 6

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

  • The total population of Sonkhar village is around 23, including approximately 16 males and 7 females, with a sex ratio of 437 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2 children aged 0–6 years in Sonkhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Sonkhar village is about 43.48%, with male literacy at 56.25% and female literacy at 14.29%.
  • There are around 4 households in Sonkhar village.

Connectivity of Sonkhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkhar. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkhar 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sonkhar

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

Mahajogin Dharampur Botgonw Gheghaulia Rajpur Balwal Parsa Dih Betahania Sembhupur Bhawanipur Bairia

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhar

Where is Sonkhar located?
Sonkhar village is situated in Gaunaha Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonkhar is Domath (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sonkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhar is 23, with 16 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhar village has a total of 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhar is 43.48%. The male literacy rate is 56.25%, while the female literacy rate is 14.29%.