Sonua

Sonua is a village located in Bhawanipur subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bhawanipur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Sonma is the gram panchayat of Sonua village.

Sonua 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 Sonua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonua is 223235. The village spans a total geographical area of 273 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Sonua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.

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Population of Sonua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,832 949 883
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 426 217 209
Scheduled Castes (SC) 384 194 190
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 623 381 242
Illiterate Population 1,209 568 641

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

  • The total population of Sonua village is around 1,832, including approximately 949 males and 883 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 426 children aged 0–6 years in Sonua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonua village has 384 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sonua village is about 34.01%, with male literacy at 40.15% and female literacy at 27.41%.
  • There are around 332 households in Sonua village.

Connectivity of Sonua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonua. As per the 2011 stats, Sonua 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sonua

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

Dumra Mahabal Milik Dumra Mahabal Dumra Madhopur Garhia Chandaili Milik Chandaili Karmchand Basantpur Chintaman Milik Basantpur Chintamanuska Bari Sahiaganj Supaili Kamat

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonua

Where is Sonua located?
Sonua village is situated in Bhawanipur Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonua is Sonma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sonua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonua is 1,832, with 949 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Sonua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonua village has a total of 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonua is 34.01%. The male literacy rate is 40.15%, while the female literacy rate is 27.41%.