Sonupur - Rosera, Samastipur
Sonupur is a village situated in the Rosera subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rosera and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Sonupur North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonupur is 237177. The village covers a total geographical area of 724 hectares and falls under the 848210 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sonupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonupur
As per Census 2011, Sonupur village has a total population of 11,014 people, consisting of 5,805 males and 5,209 females. The village has 2,323 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,181 literate and 5,833 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,418 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,014 | 5,805 | 5,209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,137 | 1,116 | 1,021 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,418 | 1,268 | 1,150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,181 | 3,188 | 1,993 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,833 | 2,617 | 3,216 |
Nearby Villages of Sonupur
Sonupur 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 Sonupur
Sonupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sonupur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Sonupur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Sonupur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonupur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonupur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonupur
Where is Sonupur located?
Sonupur village is located in Rosera Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonupur is Sonupur North.
What is the pincode of Sonupur?
The pincode of Sonupur is 848210.
What is the population of Sonupur?
Sonupur has a total population of 11,014, including 5,805 males and 5,209 females.
How many households are there in Sonupur?
There are 2,323 households in Sonupur.
What is the literacy rate in Sonupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonupur is 47.04%. Male literacy is 54.92% and female literacy is 38.26%.