Sonbarsa - Sonbarsa, Sitamarhi
Sonbarsa is a village situated in the Sonbarsa subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonbarsa and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Sonbarsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonbarsa is 219098. The village covers a total geographical area of 269.44 hectares and falls under the 843330 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sonbarsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonbarsa
As per Census 2011, Sonbarsa village has a total population of 11,490 people, consisting of 6,100 males and 5,390 females. The village has 2,405 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,374 literate and 6,116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,291 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonbarsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,490 | 6,100 | 5,390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,135 | 1,128 | 1,007 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,291 | 677 | 614 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 5,374 | 3,452 | 1,922 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,116 | 2,648 | 3,468 |
Nearby Villages of Sonbarsa
Sonbarsa 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 Sonbarsa
Public transport in the Sonbarsa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Sonbarsa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Sonbarsa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonbarsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonbarsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sonbarsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonbarsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sonbarsa
Where is Sonbarsa located?
Sonbarsa village is located in Sonbarsa Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonbarsa?
Sonbarsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonbarsa?
The pincode of Sonbarsa is 843330.
What is the population of Sonbarsa?
Sonbarsa has a total population of 11,490, including 6,100 males and 5,390 females.
How many households are there in Sonbarsa?
There are 2,405 households in Sonbarsa.
What is the literacy rate in Sonbarsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonbarsa is 46.77%. Male literacy is 56.59% and female literacy is 35.66%.