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 Gram 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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Sonapur village has a total population of 71 people, consisting of 39 males and 32 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 29 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Sonapur?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 71, including 39 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Sonapur?
There are 18 households in Sonapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sonapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonapur is 59.15%. Male literacy is 69.23% and female literacy is 46.88%.