Sonbe - Pipra, Palamu
Sonbe is a village situated in the Pipra subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipra and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Babhandih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonbe village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonbe is 365411. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Sonbe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonbe
According to the 2011 Census, Sonbe village had a total population of 667 people, including 329 males and 338 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.26%, with male literacy at 81.62% and female literacy at 56.72%.
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 | 667 | 329 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 57 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 222 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 107 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Sonbe
Sonbe 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 Sonbe
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Sonbe.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Sonbe is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonbe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonbe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sonbe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonbe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sonbe
Where is Sonbe located?
Sonbe village is located in Pipra Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonbe?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonbe is Babhandih.
What is the pincode of Sonbe?
The pincode of Sonbe is 822113.
What is the population of Sonbe?
Sonbe had a total population of 667, including 329 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Sonbe?
Sonbe had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonbe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonbe was 69.26%. Male literacy was 81.62% and female literacy was 56.72%.