Sonapur - Sonai, Cachar
Sonapur is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 387 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Didarkush Bhubanhill serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Sonapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonapur is 299583. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 788114 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sonapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonapur village had a total population of 71 people, including 39 males and 32 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.77%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 60.00%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 27 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 12 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Sonapur
Sonapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonapur
Sonapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Sonapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonapur
Where is Sonapur located?
Sonapur village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Sonapur?
The Gaon Panchayat of Sonapur is Didarkush Bhubanhill.
What is the pincode of Sonapur?
The pincode of Sonapur is 788114.
What is the population of Sonapur?
Sonapur had a total population of 71, including 39 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Sonapur?
Sonapur had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonapur was 80.77%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 60.00%.