Sonkhar
About Sonkhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sonkhar village is 216298. Sonkhar village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 185 hectares. Sonkhar has a total population of 3,330 peoples, out of which male population is 1,711 while female population is 1,619. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 946 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sonkhar village is 44.53% out of which 52.66% males and 35.95% females are literate. There are about 622 houses in sonkhar village. Pincode of sonkhar village locality is 845106.
Ramnagar is nearest town to sonkhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Sonkhar
The population details of Sonkhar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,330 | 1,711 | 1,619 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 622 | 300 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 505 | 274 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,483 | 901 | 582 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,847 | 810 | 1,037 |
Connectivity of Sonkhar
| 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 |
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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%.