Sonbad
Sonbad is a village located in Bengabad subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 102km away from sub-district headquarter Bengabad (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Sonbad village is also a gram panchayat.
Sonbad has its own place in the vibrant Giridih region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sonbad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonbad is 351731. The village spans a total geographical area of 188 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815312. Bengabad is nearest town to Sonbad village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sonbad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gandey Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonbad
Population of Sonbad
Below is a concise population overview of Sonbad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,093 | 1,107 | 986 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 223 | 194 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 208 | 189 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
Literate Population | 1,168 | 717 | 451 |
Illiterate Population | 925 | 390 | 535 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonbad village:
- The total population of Sonbad village is around 2,093, including approximately 1,107 males and 986 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 417 children aged 0–6 years in Sonbad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonbad village has 397 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 45 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonbad village is about 55.81%, with male literacy at 64.77% and female literacy at 45.74%.
- There are around 394 households in Sonbad village.
Connectivity of Sonbad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonbad. As per the 2011 stats, Sonbad 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonbad
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonbad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonbad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonbad
- Where is Sonbad located?
- Sonbad village is situated in Bengabad Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonbad?
- Sonbad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonbad?
- The pincode of Sonbad is 815312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonbad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonbad is 2,093, with 1,107 males and 986 females.
- How many households are there in Sonbad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonbad village has a total of 394 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonbad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonbad is 55.81%. The male literacy rate is 64.77%, while the female literacy rate is 45.74%.