Sonpuri
Sonpuri is a village located in Kota tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 39km away from sub-district headquarter Kota (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sonpuri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpuri unique in its vibrant Kota-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Sonpuri’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 Sonpuri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpuri is 437927. The village spans a total geographical area of 266.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495116. Bilaspur is nearest town to Sonpuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonpuri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kota Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonpuri
Population of Sonpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpuri has a total population of about 1,070, with approximately 525 males and 545 females. The sex ratio is around 1038 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 79 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 409. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.39%, with male literacy at about 64.76% and female literacy near 44.40%. There are around 274 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonpuri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,070 | 525 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 204 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 582 | 340 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 185 | 303 |
Connectivity of Sonpuri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpuri. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpuri 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonpuri
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpuri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpuri
- Where is Sonpuri located?
- Sonpuri village is situated in Kota Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpuri?
- Sonpuri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonpuri?
- The pincode of Sonpuri is 495116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonpuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpuri is 1,070, with 525 males and 545 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpuri village has a total of 274 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpuri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpuri is 54.39%. The male literacy rate is 64.76%, while the female literacy rate is 44.40%.