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Village code 255010
Sonas Village, Khizirsarai Block: Map, PIN Code and Population
Sonas is a village in Khizirsarai Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Gaya 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
Sonas is a village in Khizirsarai Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Gaya district, Bihar. For Sonas, the population is 2,301, PIN code is 824233 and Census village code is 255010. 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 Sonas Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 255010 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 824233 |
| Population | 2,301 |
| Households | 357 |
| Area | 221 ha / 2.21 sq. km / 546 acres |
| Population density | 1,041 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 934 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Gaya (32 km) |
| Current state | Bihar |
| Census 2011 state | Bihar |
| Current district | Gaya |
| Census 2011 district | Gaya |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 824233. This helps users verify the postal area for Sonas, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 824233 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Khizersarai SO, Aima Chouki BO, Baraini BO, Bihta BO, Bindaul BO, and Chiraili BO |
| Best matching post office | Khizersarai SO (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 12 |
| Postal district | Gaya |
| Postal state | Bihar |
| Postal division | Gaya Division |
| Postal circle | Bihar Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Sonas comes under Rauniya gram panchayat and Khizirsarai C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Khizirsarai Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Khizirsarai at 10 km. The Census district headquarters, Gaya, is 32 km away.
| Current state | Bihar |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Bihar |
| Current district | Gaya |
| Census 2011 district | Gaya |
| State code | 10 |
| District code | 236 |
| Block / Census sub-district code | 1490 |
| Gram panchayat code | 8081 |
| C.D. Block code | 478 |
| Block panchayat code | 478 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Sonas village and its household count.
Total population
2,301 residents in 357 households
Male population
1,190
Female population
1,111
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 732; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported
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
Not available in village
Government primary school
Available; count: 1
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
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.
| ASHA worker | Available |
|---|
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 | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| PDS shop | Not available in village |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Not available in village |
| 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 | Not available in village |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Available |
| Commercial power supply | Available |
| Summer domestic power | 3 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 | 181.04 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 107.52 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 73.52 hectares |
| Canal irrigated area | 52.52 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 55 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 7.56 hectares |
| Current fallow land | 26.05 hectares |
| Other fallow land | 3.85 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: Khizirsarai, 5-10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Khizirsarai, more than 10 km away. |
| Public bus service | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
How to Reach Sonas
Gaya (32 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Khizirsarai 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 | Gaya (32 km) |
|---|---|
| Block headquarters | Khizirsarai (10 km) |
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
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
- Gaya district administration Official district portal
- Bihar Bhumi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 255010
- India Post PIN code search 824233
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Sonas. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Primary School | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Uncovered Well | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Kuccha Drainage | Available |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Tractors | Available |
| Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual Driven | Available |
| Carts Drivens by Animals | Available |
| Gravel Kuchha Roads | Available |
| Foothpath | Available |
| Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre | Available |
| Nutritional Centres Others | Available |
| ASHA | Available |
| Daily Newspaper Supply | Available |
| Assembly Polling Station | Available |
| Birth and Death Registration Office | Available |
| Power Supply for Domestic Use | Available |
| Power Supply for Agriculture Use | Available |
| Power Supply for Commercial Use | Available |
| Power Supply for All Users | 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 Sonas village located?
Sonas is located in Khizirsarai Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Gaya.
Which Block is Sonas in?
Sonas is in Khizirsarai Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Sonas in?
District: Gaya.
What is the village code of Sonas?
The Census village code of Sonas is 255010.
What is the PIN code of Sonas?
The PIN code reported for Sonas is 824233.
What is the population of Sonas?
Sonas has 2,301 residents in 357 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Sonas part of?
Sonas comes under Rauniya gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Sonas?
The nearest statutory town to Sonas is Gaya (32 km).
Which crops are grown in Sonas?
The main crops reported for Sonas are Paddy.
What land-use details are available for Sonas?
Land-use details for Sonas include net area sown: 181.04 hectares, irrigated area: 107.52 hectares, and unirrigated area: 73.52 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Sonas?
Government primary school status for Sonas is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Sonas?
Public bus service is not available in village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Sonas?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Sonas?
The total geographical area of Sonas is 221 hectares.
How many households are in Sonas?
Sonas has 357 households as per Census 2011.
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