Sonpuri
Sonpuri is a village located in Pathariya tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Pathariya (tehsildar office) and 55km 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 Pathariya-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 438362. The village spans a total geographical area of 400.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495335. Mungeli is nearest town to Sonpuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sonpuri
Population of Sonpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpuri has a total population of about 1,055, with approximately 514 males and 541 females. The sex ratio is around 1052 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 70 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 220. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.01%, with male literacy at about 55.64% and female literacy near 38.82%. There are around 259 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 | 1,055 | 514 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 89 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 108 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 286 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 228 | 331 |
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 <5 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 Pathariya 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 495335, 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 1,055, with 514 males and 541 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpuri village has a total of 259 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpuri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpuri is 47.01%. The male literacy rate is 55.64%, while the female literacy rate is 38.82%.