Sonpur

Sonpur is a village located in Bade Rajpur tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Visrampuree (tehsildar office) and 160km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Sonpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Sonpur has its own place in the vibrant Bastar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sonpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpur is 448602. The village spans a total geographical area of 924.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494331. Visrampuree is nearest town to Sonpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Sonpur

Below is a concise population overview of Sonpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,270 625 645
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 187 100 87
Scheduled Castes (SC) 12 5 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,164 578 586
Literate Population 591 342 249
Illiterate Population 679 283 396

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonpur village:

  • The total population of Sonpur village is around 1,270, including approximately 625 males and 645 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 187 children aged 0–6 years in Sonpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonpur village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,164 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonpur village is about 46.54%, with male literacy at 54.72% and female literacy at 38.60%.
  • There are around 255 households in Sonpur village.

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)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 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 Bade Rajpur Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
Sonpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sonpur?
The pincode of Sonpur is 494331, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpur is 1,270, with 625 males and 645 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonpur village has a total of 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpur is 46.54%. The male literacy rate is 54.72%, while the female literacy rate is 38.60%.