Son Mani - Singhia, Samastipur
Son Mani is a village situated in the Singhia subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhia and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Wari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Son Mani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Son Mani is 237231. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 848209 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Son Mani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rosera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Son Mani
As per Census 2011, Son Mani village has a total population of 2,862 people, consisting of 1,493 males and 1,369 females. The village has 592 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 645 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,070 literate and 1,792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Son Mani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,862 | 1,493 | 1,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 645 | 346 | 299 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 152 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 691 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,792 | 802 | 990 |
Nearby Villages of Son Mani
Son Mani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahra | North | 1.22 km |
| Parhat | South | 1.63 km |
| Dhanaho | East | 1.82 km |
| Bishunpur Diha | West | 1.88 km |
| Bharaia Nirpur | North | 2.06 km |
| Karahi | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Arazi Maguraha | South | 2.84 km |
| Basudewa | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Golea | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Kankri | South | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Son Mani
Public transport in the Son Mani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baraipura Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Son Mani is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Son Mani is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Son Mani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Son Mani 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Son Mani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Son Mani 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Son Mani
Where is Son Mani located?
Son Mani village is located in Singhia Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Son Mani?
The Gram Panchayat of Son Mani is Wari.
What is the pincode of Son Mani?
The pincode of Son Mani is 848209.
What is the population of Son Mani?
Son Mani has a total population of 2,862, including 1,493 males and 1,369 females.
How many households are there in Son Mani?
There are 592 households in Son Mani.
What is the literacy rate in Son Mani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Son Mani is 37.39%. Male literacy is 46.28% and female literacy is 27.68%.