Sonpur
Sonpur is a village located in Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district in Assam, India. Silchar and Lakhipur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sonpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kanakpur Dalaicherra is the gram panchayat of Sonpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpur unique in its vibrant Lakhipur-Cachar region. You’ll see Sonpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sonpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpur is 299775. The village spans a total geographical area of 53 hectares. Lakhipur is nearest town to Sonpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Sonpur
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur has a total population of about 287, with approximately 148 males and 139 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 256. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.01%, with male literacy at about 58.78% and female literacy near 48.92%. There are around 65 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 287 | 148 | 139 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 134 | 122 |
Literate Population | 155 | 87 | 68 |
Illiterate Population | 132 | 61 | 71 |
Connectivity of Sonpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpur
- Where is Sonpur located?
- Sonpur village is situated in Lakhipur Subdivision, within the Cachar district of Assam, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Kanakpur Dalaicherra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpur is 287, with 148 males and 139 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpur village has a total of 65 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpur is 54.01%. The male literacy rate is 58.78%, while the female literacy rate is 48.92%.