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Village code 218104
Sonwal Village, Paharpur Block: Map, PIN Code and Population
Sonwal is a village in Paharpur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Purba Champaran 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
Sonwal is a village in Paharpur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Purba Champaran district, Bihar. For Sonwal, the population is 6,148 and Census village code is 218104. 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 Sonwal Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 218104 |
|---|---|
| Population | 6,148 |
| Households | 1,085 |
| Area | 580.70 ha / 5.81 sq. km / 1,435 acres |
| Population density | 1,059 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 938 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Areraj (15 km) |
| Current state | Bihar |
| Census 2011 state | Bihar |
| Current district | Purba Champaran |
| Census 2011 district | Purba Champaran |
Location and Administration
Sonwal comes under Sonwal gram panchayat and Paharpur C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Paharpur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Paharpur at 3 km. The Census district headquarters, Motihari, is 44 km away.
| Current state | Bihar |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Bihar |
| Current district | Purba Champaran |
| Census 2011 district | Purba Champaran |
| State code | 10 |
| District code | 204 |
| Block / Census sub-district code | 1044 |
| Gram panchayat code | 0005 |
| C.D. Block code | 32 |
| Block panchayat code | 32 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Sonwal village and its household count.
Total population
6,148 residents in 1,085 households
Male population
3,173
Female population
2,975
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 58; 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
Available; count: 2
Government primary school
Available; count: 3
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 |
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 | 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 | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Not available in village |
| 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 | Available |
| Weekly haat | Available |
| 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 | 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 | Not available in village |
| Commercial power supply | Not available in village |
| Summer domestic power | 3 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 2 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 | 555 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 250 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 305 hectares |
| Canal irrigated area | 165 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 83 hectares |
| Forest area | 2.70 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 10 hectares |
| Current fallow land | 2 hectares |
| Other fallow land | 2 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: Malahi, 5-10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Betiya, more than 10 km away. |
| Public bus service | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 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 5-10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
How to Reach Sonwal
Areraj (15 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Paharpur 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 | Areraj (15 km) |
|---|---|
| Block headquarters | Paharpur (3 km) |
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
| 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
- Bihar Bhumi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 218104
- India Post PIN code search Not reported
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Sonwal. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 2 |
|---|---|
| Govt Primary School | Available; 3 |
| 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 | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| River Canal | Available |
| River Canal Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Kuccha Drainage | Available |
| Post Office | Available |
| Auto Modified Autos | Available |
| Taxi | Available |
| Vans | Available |
| Tractors | Available |
| Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual Driven | Available |
| Carts Drivens by Animals | Available |
| Other District Road | Available |
| Gravel Kuchha Roads | Available |
| Water Bounded Macadam | Available |
| All Weather Road | Available |
| Foothpath | 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 Sonwal village located?
Sonwal is located in Paharpur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Purba Champaran.
Which Block is Sonwal in?
Sonwal is in Paharpur Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Sonwal in?
District: Purba Champaran.
What is the village code of Sonwal?
The Census village code of Sonwal is 218104.
What is the population of Sonwal?
Sonwal has 6,148 residents in 1,085 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Sonwal part of?
Sonwal comes under Sonwal gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Sonwal?
The nearest statutory town to Sonwal is Areraj (15 km).
Which crops are grown in Sonwal?
The main crops reported for Sonwal are Paddy.
What land-use details are available for Sonwal?
Land-use details for Sonwal include net area sown: 555 hectares, irrigated area: 250 hectares, and unirrigated area: 305 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Sonwal?
Government primary school status for Sonwal is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Sonwal?
Public bus service is not available in village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Sonwal?
Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.
What is the total area of Sonwal?
The total geographical area of Sonwal is 580.70 hectares.
How many households are in Sonwal?
Sonwal has 1,085 households as per Census 2011.
Is tap water available in Sonwal?
Treated tap water is not available in village.
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