Sonbhanga

Sonbhanga is a village located in Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dagarua (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Chapi is the gram panchayat of Sonbhanga village.

Sonbhanga 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 Sonbhanga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonbhanga is 224135. The village spans a total geographical area of 83 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Sonbhanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

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Population of Sonbhanga

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 355 187 168
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 82 42 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 54 31 23
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 23 10 13
Literate Population 119 79 40
Illiterate Population 236 108 128

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

  • The total population of Sonbhanga village is around 355, including approximately 187 males and 168 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Sonbhanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonbhanga village has 54 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 23 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonbhanga village is about 33.52%, with male literacy at 42.25% and female literacy at 23.81%.
  • There are around 92 households in Sonbhanga village.

Connectivity of Sonbhanga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonbhanga. As per the 2011 stats, Sonbhanga 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 Sonbhanga

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

Patringa Sakraili Siarkham Maranga Daspatar Chanpi Marchai Kechua Adhkaili Pipra Dhapi

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonbhanga

Where is Sonbhanga located?
Sonbhanga village is situated in Dagarua Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonbhanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonbhanga is Chapi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sonbhanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonbhanga is 355, with 187 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Sonbhanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonbhanga village has a total of 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonbhanga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonbhanga is 33.52%. The male literacy rate is 42.25%, while the female literacy rate is 23.81%.