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Village code 238457
Sonapur Village, Matihani Block: Map, PIN Code and Population
Sonapur is a village in Matihani Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Begusarai district, Bihar. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Sonapur is a village in Matihani Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Begusarai district, Bihar. For Sonapur, the population is 15,754, PIN code is 851129 and Census village code is 238457. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Sonapur Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 238457 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 851129 |
| Population | 15,754 |
| Households | 3,311 |
| Area | 592 ha / 5.92 sq. km / 1,463 acres |
| Population density | 2,661 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 906 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Begusarai (14 km) |
| Current state | Bihar |
| Census 2011 state | Bihar |
| Current district | Begusarai |
| Census 2011 district | Begusarai |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 851129. This helps users verify the postal area for Sonapur, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 851129 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Mirzapur Banduar SO, Badalpura BO, Bagdobh BO, Balahpur BO, Bhairwar BO, and Chhitraur BO |
| Best matching post office | Mirzapur Banduar SO (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 12 |
| Postal district | Begusarai |
| Postal state | Bihar |
| Postal division | Begusarai Division |
| Postal circle | Bihar Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Sonapur comes under Sonapur gram panchayat and Matihani C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Matihani Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Matihani at 9 km. The Census district headquarters, Begusarai, is 14 km away.
| Current state | Bihar |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Bihar |
| Current district | Begusarai |
| Census 2011 district | Begusarai |
| State code | 10 |
| District code | 222 |
| Block / Census sub-district code | 1320 |
| Gram panchayat code | 0034 |
| C.D. Block code | 308 |
| Block panchayat code | 308 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Sonapur village and its household count.
Total population
15,754 residents in 3,311 households
Male population
8,264
Female population
7,490
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 2,135; Scheduled Tribes: 1
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Available; count: 1
Government primary school
Available; count: 2
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 2
Secondary school
Not available in village
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Primary health sub-centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Medicine shop | 1 |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Available |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Available |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Not available in village |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Available |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Available |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Not available in village |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Available |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Not available in village |
| Commercial power supply | Not available in village |
| Summer domestic power | 2 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 3 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 500 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 400 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 100 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 300 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 92 hectares |
| Main crop | Paddy |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Begusarai, more than 10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Begusarai, more than 10 km away. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
How to Reach Sonapur
Begusarai (14 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Matihani is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Begusarai (14 km) |
|---|---|
| Block headquarters | Matihani (9 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Bihar government website Official state/UT portal
- Begusarai district administration Official district portal
- Bihar Bhumi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 238457
- India Post PIN code search 851129
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Sonapur. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Govt Primary School | Available; 2 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 2 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| Family Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Practitioner with No Degree | 2 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop | 1 |
| Uncovered Well | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tube Wells/Borehole | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Pucca Drainage Uncovered | Available |
| Open Kuccha Drainage | Available |
| Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSC | Available |
| Community Toilet Complex Including Bath for General Public | Available |
| Rural Production Mart or Sanitary Hardware Outlet Availability Near the Village | Available |
| Post Office | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
| Public Call Office Mobile PCO | Available |
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Auto Modified Autos | Available |
| Taxi | Available |
| Vans | Available |
| Tractors | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sonapur village located?
Sonapur is located in Matihani Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Begusarai.
Which Block is Sonapur in?
Sonapur is in Matihani Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Sonapur in?
District: Begusarai.
What is the village code of Sonapur?
The Census village code of Sonapur is 238457.
What is the PIN code of Sonapur?
The PIN code reported for Sonapur is 851129.
What is the population of Sonapur?
Sonapur has 15,754 residents in 3,311 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Sonapur part of?
Sonapur comes under Sonapur gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Sonapur?
The nearest statutory town to Sonapur is Begusarai (14 km).
Which crops are grown in Sonapur?
The main crops reported for Sonapur are Paddy.
What land-use details are available for Sonapur?
Land-use details for Sonapur include net area sown: 500 hectares, irrigated area: 400 hectares, and unirrigated area: 100 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Sonapur?
Government primary school status for Sonapur is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Sonapur?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Sonapur?
Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.
What is the total area of Sonapur?
The total geographical area of Sonapur is 592 hectares.
How many households are in Sonapur?
Sonapur has 3,311 households as per Census 2011.
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