Sonhani
Sonhani is a village located in Bhagwanpur Hat subdivision of Siwan district in Bihar, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Bhagwanpur Hat (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Siwan. As per 2009 stats, Sondhani is the gram panchayat of Sonhani village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonhani unique in its vibrant Bhagwanpur Hat-Siwan region. You’ll see Sonhani’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 Sonhani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonhani is 231802. The village spans a total geographical area of 410 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 841408. Siwan is nearest town to Sonhani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Sonhani
Population of Sonhani
According to the 2011 Census, Sonhani has a total population of about 5,724, with approximately 2,860 males and 2,864 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 916 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 374 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 46. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.27%, with male literacy at about 69.37% and female literacy near 51.19%. There are around 921 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonhani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,724 | 2,860 | 2,864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 916 | 462 | 454 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 204 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 3,450 | 1,984 | 1,466 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,274 | 876 | 1,398 |
Connectivity of Sonhani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonhani. As per the 2011 stats, Sonhani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonhani
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonhani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonhani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonhani
- Where is Sonhani located?
- Sonhani village is situated in Bhagwanpur Hat Subdivision, within the Siwan district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonhani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonhani is Sondhani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonhani?
- The pincode of Sonhani is 841408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonhani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonhani is 5,724, with 2,860 males and 2,864 females.
- How many households are there in Sonhani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonhani village has a total of 921 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonhani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonhani is 60.27%. The male literacy rate is 69.37%, while the female literacy rate is 51.19%.