Sonahar

Sonahar is a village located in Sheosagar subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Sheosagar (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Sonhar is the gram panchayat of Sonahar village.

Sonahar has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas 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 Sonahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonahar is 252247. The village spans a total geographical area of 486 hectares. Sasaram is nearest town to Sonahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Sonahar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,839 2,455 2,384
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 889 462 427
Scheduled Castes (SC) 780 389 391
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 41 24 17
Literate Population 2,911 1,644 1,267
Illiterate Population 1,928 811 1,117

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

  • The total population of Sonahar village is around 4,839, including approximately 2,455 males and 2,384 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 889 children aged 0–6 years in Sonahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonahar village has 780 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 41 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonahar village is about 60.16%, with male literacy at 66.97% and female literacy at 53.15%.
  • There are around 731 households in Sonahar village.

Connectivity of Sonahar

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sonahar

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

Kusahi Girdharia Shiusagar Kadwa Chanua Mahawara Bhimakoni Pakaria Ahladpur Shahpur Sikraur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonahar

Where is Sonahar located?
Sonahar village is situated in Sheosagar Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonahar is Sonhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sonahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonahar is 4,839, with 2,455 males and 2,384 females.
How many households are there in Sonahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonahar village has a total of 731 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonahar is 60.16%. The male literacy rate is 66.97%, while the female literacy rate is 53.15%.