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Village code 244380
Sonsa Village, Rahui Block: Map, PIN Code and Population
Sonsa is a village in Rahui Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Nalanda 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
Sonsa is a village in Rahui Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Nalanda district, Bihar. For Sonsa, the population is 5,160 and Census village code is 244380. 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 Sonsa Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 244380 |
|---|---|
| Population | 5,160 |
| Households | 854 |
| Area | 555 ha / 5.55 sq. km / 1,371 acres |
| Population density | 930 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 961 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Biharsharif (16 km) |
| Current state | Bihar |
| Census 2011 state | Bihar |
| Current district | Nalanda |
| Census 2011 district | Nalanda |
Location and Administration
Sonsa comes under Sonsa gram panchayat and Rahui C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Rahui Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Rahui at 5 km. The Census district headquarters, Biharsharif, is 16 km away.
| Current state | Bihar |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Bihar |
| Current district | Nalanda |
| Census 2011 district | Nalanda |
| State code | 10 |
| District code | 229 |
| Block / Census sub-district code | 1382 |
| Gram panchayat code | 0012 |
| C.D. Block code | 370 |
| Block panchayat code | 370 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Sonsa village and its household count.
Total population
5,160 residents in 854 households
Male population
2,631
Female population
2,529
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 1,467; Scheduled Tribes: 19
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: 3
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.
| Primary health sub-centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| 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 | Available |
|---|---|
| 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 | 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 | Not available in village |
| 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 | 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 | 4 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 5 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 | 449.90 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 413.30 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 36.60 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 413.30 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 105.10 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: Supasang, 5-10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Supasang, 5-10 km away. |
| Railway station | 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 within 5 km. |
How to Reach Sonsa
Biharsharif (16 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Rahui 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 | Biharsharif (16 km) |
|---|---|
| Block headquarters | Rahui (5 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
- Nalanda district administration Official district portal
- Bihar Bhumi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 244380
- India Post PIN code search Not reported
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Sonsa. 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; 3 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Private Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength | 2 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| Covered Well | Available |
| Covered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Uncovered Well | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Pucca Drainage Uncovered | Available |
| Open Kuccha Drainage | Available |
| Post Office | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Auto Modified Autos | Available |
| Taxi | Available |
| Vans | Available |
| Tractors | Available |
| Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual Driven | Available |
| Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Machine Driven | Available |
| Carts Drivens by Animals | Available |
| Other District Road | Available |
| Black Topped (Pucca) Road | Available |
| Gravel Kuchha Roads | Available |
| Water Bounded Macadam | Available |
| All Weather Road | Available |
| Foothpath | Available |
| Agricultural Credit Societies | Available |
| Public Distribution System PDS Shop | 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 Sonsa village located?
Sonsa is located in Rahui Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Nalanda.
Which Block is Sonsa in?
Sonsa is in Rahui Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Sonsa in?
District: Nalanda.
What is the village code of Sonsa?
The Census village code of Sonsa is 244380.
What is the population of Sonsa?
Sonsa has 5,160 residents in 854 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Sonsa part of?
Sonsa comes under Sonsa gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Sonsa?
The nearest statutory town to Sonsa is Biharsharif (16 km).
Which crops are grown in Sonsa?
The main crops reported for Sonsa are Paddy.
What land-use details are available for Sonsa?
Land-use details for Sonsa include net area sown: 449.90 hectares, irrigated area: 413.30 hectares, and unirrigated area: 36.60 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Sonsa?
Government primary school status for Sonsa is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Sonsa?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Sonsa?
Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.
What is the total area of Sonsa?
The total geographical area of Sonsa is 555 hectares.
How many households are in Sonsa?
Sonsa has 854 households as per Census 2011.
Is tap water available in Sonsa?
Treated tap water is not available in village.
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