Sonamani - Baisa, Purnia
Sonamani is a village situated in the Baisa subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baisa and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Nandania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonamani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonamani is 223918. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.56 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Sonamani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonamani
As per Census 2011, Sonamani village has a total population of 1,732 people, consisting of 962 males and 770 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 800 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 713 literate and 1,019 illiterate residents. Additionally, 403 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonamani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,732 | 962 | 770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 161 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 224 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 713 | 486 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,019 | 476 | 543 |
Nearby Villages of Sonamani
Sonamani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonamani
Sonamani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Sonamani is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonamani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonamani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonamani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonamani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonamani
Where is Sonamani located?
Sonamani village is located in Baisa Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonamani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonamani is Nandania.
What is the pincode of Sonamani?
The pincode of Sonamani is 854315.
What is the population of Sonamani?
Sonamani has a total population of 1,732, including 962 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Sonamani?
There are 343 households in Sonamani.
What is the literacy rate in Sonamani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonamani is 41.17%. Male literacy is 50.52% and female literacy is 29.48%.