Sonapur

Sonapur is a village located in Amour subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Amour (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Teerpara is the gram panchayat of Sonapur village.

Sonapur has its own place in the vibrant Purnia region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sonapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonapur is 223771. The village spans a total geographical area of 121 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Sonapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

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Population of Sonapur

Below is a concise population overview of Sonapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,051 535 516
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 259 119 140
Scheduled Castes (SC) 17 9 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 438 255 183
Illiterate Population 613 280 333

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonapur village:

  • The total population of Sonapur village is around 1,051, including approximately 535 males and 516 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 259 children aged 0–6 years in Sonapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonapur village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sonapur village is about 41.67%, with male literacy at 47.66% and female literacy at 35.47%.
  • There are around 220 households in Sonapur village.

Connectivity of Sonapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonapur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sonapur

Knowing the nearby villages of Sonapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonapur.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonapur

Where is Sonapur located?
Sonapur village is situated in Amour Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonapur is Teerpara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonapur is 1,051, with 535 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonapur village has a total of 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonapur is 41.67%. The male literacy rate is 47.66%, while the female literacy rate is 35.47%.