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.

Here you can discover what makes Sonahar unique in its vibrant Sheosagar-Rohtas region. You’ll see Sonahar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

According to the 2011 Census, Sonahar has a total population of about 4,839, with approximately 2,455 males and 2,384 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 889 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 780 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 41. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.16%, with male literacy at about 66.97% and female literacy near 53.15%. There are around 731 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonahar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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.

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%.