Sonkhar
Sonkhar is a village located in Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Ramnagar (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Sonkhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkhar unique in its vibrant Ramnagar-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Sonkhar’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 Sonkhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkhar is 216298. The village spans a total geographical area of 185 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845106. Ramnagar is nearest town to Sonkhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Sonkhar
Population of Sonkhar
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhar has a total population of about 3,330, with approximately 1,711 males and 1,619 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 622 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 505 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.53%, with male literacy at about 52.66% and female literacy near 35.95%. There are around 622 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonkhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,330 | 1,711 | 1,619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 622 | 300 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 505 | 274 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,483 | 901 | 582 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,847 | 810 | 1,037 |
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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhar
- Where is Sonkhar located?
- Sonkhar village is situated in Ramnagar Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhar?
- Sonkhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonkhar?
- The pincode of Sonkhar is 845106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonkhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhar is 3,330, with 1,711 males and 1,619 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhar village has a total of 622 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhar is 44.53%. The male literacy rate is 52.66%, while the female literacy rate is 35.95%.