Sonpurwa
Sonpurwa is a village located in Runisaidpur subdivision of Sitamarhi district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Runisaidpur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sitamarhi. As per 2009 stats, Kharka is the gram panchayat of Sonpurwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpurwa unique in its vibrant Runisaidpur-Sitamarhi region. You’ll see Sonpurwa’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 Sonpurwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpurwa is 219499. The village spans a total geographical area of 143.2 hectares. Sitamarhi is nearest town to Sonpurwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Sonpurwa
Population of Sonpurwa
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpurwa has a total population of about 2,092, with approximately 1,069 males and 1,023 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 418 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 173 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 26.82%, with male literacy at about 32.83% and female literacy near 20.53%. There are around 469 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonpurwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,092 | 1,069 | 1,023 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 185 | 233 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 86 | 87 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 561 | 351 | 210 |
Illiterate Population | 1,531 | 718 | 813 |
Connectivity of Sonpurwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpurwa. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpurwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonpurwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpurwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpurwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpurwa
- Where is Sonpurwa located?
- Sonpurwa village is situated in Runisaidpur Subdivision, within the Sitamarhi district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpurwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonpurwa is Kharka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonpurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpurwa is 2,092, with 1,069 males and 1,023 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpurwa village has a total of 469 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpurwa is 26.82%. The male literacy rate is 32.83%, while the female literacy rate is 20.53%.