Sonapur - Baisa, Purnia
Sonapur is a village situated in the Baisa subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baisa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Kanjia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonapur is 223856. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Kishanganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sonapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonapur village had a total population of 271 people, including 138 males and 133 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.42%, with male literacy at 39.82% and female literacy at 24.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 138 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 87 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 45 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 93 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Sonapur
Sonapur 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 Sonapur
Sonapur 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishanganj to Sonapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Sonapur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sonapur
Where is Sonapur located?
Sonapur village is located in Baisa Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonapur is Kanjia.
What is the pincode of Sonapur?
The pincode of Sonapur is 854315.
What is the population of Sonapur?
Sonapur had a total population of 271, including 138 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Sonapur?
Sonapur had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonapur was 32.42%. Male literacy was 39.82% and female literacy was 24.53%.