Sonwal
Sonwal is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Sonwal unique in its vibrant Paharpur-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Sonwal’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 Sonwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonwal is 218104. The village spans a total geographical area of 580.7 hectares. Areraj is nearest town to Sonwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Sonwal
Population of Sonwal
According to the 2011 Census, Sonwal has a total population of about 6,148, with approximately 3,173 males and 2,975 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,208 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 58 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.72%, with male literacy at about 49.80% and female literacy near 33.11%. There are around 1,085 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,148 | 3,173 | 2,975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,208 | 605 | 603 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 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 plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonwal. As per the 2011 stats, Sonwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sonwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonwal.
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%.