Sonkhar - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Sonkhar is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sonkhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkhar is 216298. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sonkhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonkhar
As per Census 2011, Sonkhar village has a total population of 3,330 people, consisting of 1,711 males and 1,619 females. The village has 622 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 622 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,483 literate and 1,847 illiterate residents. Additionally, 505 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonkhar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sonkhar
Sonkhar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bargon | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Kot Banjariya | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Mujra | South | 1.88 km |
| Barwa Banjariya | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Purandarpur | East | 2.22 km |
| Silautia | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Chainpur | East | 2.62 km |
| Chikni Banjariya | North | 2.69 km |
| Shivpurwa | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Gaunari | North | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonkhar
Sonkhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harinagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Sonkhar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Sonkhar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonkhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonkhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonkhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonkhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonkhar
Where is Sonkhar located?
Sonkhar village is located in Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhar?
Sonkhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonkhar?
The pincode of Sonkhar is 845106.
What is the population of Sonkhar?
Sonkhar has a total population of 3,330, including 1,711 males and 1,619 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhar?
There are 622 households in Sonkhar.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonkhar is 44.53%. Male literacy is 52.66% and female literacy is 35.95%.