Sonapur - Kamalpur, Kamrup
Sonapur is a village situated in the Kamalpur subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamalpur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Borka Satgaon serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Sonapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonapur is 302489. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.13 hectares and falls under the 781101 pincode. Guwahati 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.
Population of Sonapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonapur village had a total population of 1,701 people, including 851 males and 850 females, living in 347 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.99%, with male literacy at 89.45% and female literacy at 78.58%.
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 | 1,701 | 851 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 83 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,296 | 687 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 164 | 241 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guwahati to Sonapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Sonapur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonapur
Where is Sonapur located?
Sonapur village is located in Kamalpur Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Sonapur?
The Gaon Panchayat of Sonapur is Borka Satgaon.
What is the pincode of Sonapur?
The pincode of Sonapur is 781101.
What is the population of Sonapur?
Sonapur had a total population of 1,701, including 851 males and 850 females.
How many households are there in Sonapur?
Sonapur had 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonapur was 83.99%. Male literacy was 89.45% and female literacy was 78.58%.