Sonia - Manjhi, Saran
Sonia is a village situated in the Manjhi subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjhi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Leguar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonia is 233436. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 841205 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sonia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manjhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonia
According to the 2011 Census, Sonia village had a total population of 969 people, including 462 males and 507 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.21%, with male literacy at 88.13% and female literacy at 61.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 969 | 462 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 66 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 29 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 349 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 113 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Sonia
Sonia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bataraha | South-West | 0.72 km |
| Dumduma | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Banwar | South | 1.37 km |
| Harakhpura | West | 1.66 km |
| Lejuar | East | 2.10 km |
| Gauri | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Sabdara | South | 2.32 km |
| Daudpur | North | 2.49 km |
| Bharaulia | West | 2.51 km |
| Bangra | South-West | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonia
Sonia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Daudpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Sonia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Sonia is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sonia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sonia
Where is Sonia located?
Sonia village is located in Manjhi Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonia is Leguar.
What is the pincode of Sonia?
The pincode of Sonia is 841205.
What is the population of Sonia?
Sonia had a total population of 969, including 462 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Sonia?
Sonia had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonia was 74.21%. Male literacy was 88.13% and female literacy was 61.40%.