Sonbad - Dhanwar, Giridih
Sonbad is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. Galwati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonbad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonbad is 350950. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Sonbad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonbad
According to the 2011 Census, Sonbad village had a total population of 291 people, including 150 males and 141 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.98%, with male literacy at 74.58% and female literacy at 51.28%.
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 | 291 | 150 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 88 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 62 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Sonbad
Sonbad 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 Sonbad
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sonbad. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sonbad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Sonbad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonbad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonbad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonbad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonbad
Where is Sonbad located?
Sonbad village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonbad?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonbad is Galwati.
What is the pincode of Sonbad?
The pincode of Sonbad is 825412.
What is the population of Sonbad?
Sonbad had a total population of 291, including 150 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Sonbad?
Sonbad had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonbad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonbad was 62.98%. Male literacy was 74.58% and female literacy was 51.28%.