Sonwal
About Sonwal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sonwal village is 218104. Sonwal village is located in Paharpur subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Paharpur (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Sonwal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 580.7 hectares. Sonwal has a total population of 6,148 peoples, out of which male population is 3,173 while female population is 2,975. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 937 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sonwal village is 41.72% out of which 49.80% males and 33.11% females are literate. There are about 1,085 houses in sonwal village.
Areraj is nearest town to sonwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Sonwal
The population details of Sonwal 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 | 6,148 | 3,173 | 2,975 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,208 | 605 | 603 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,565 | 1,580 | 985 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,583 | 1,593 | 1,990 |
Connectivity of Sonwal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonwal
Where is Sonwal located?
Sonwal village is situated in Paharpur Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonwal?
Sonwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sonwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonwal is 6,148, with 3,173 males and 2,975 females.
How many households are there in Sonwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonwal village has a total of 1,085 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonwal is 41.72%. The male literacy rate is 49.80%, while the female literacy rate is 33.11%.