Sonpuri

Sonpuri is a village located in Bemetara tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Bemetara (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Gangpur is the gram panchayat of Sonpuri village.

Here you can discover what makes Sonpuri unique in its vibrant Bemetara-Durg 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 441890. The village spans a total geographical area of 121.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491337. Bemetara is nearest town to Sonpuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km 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 Nawagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Durg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sonpuri

According to the 2011 Census, Sonpuri has a total population of about 598, with approximately 300 males and 298 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 139 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 30. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.03%, with male literacy at about 70.33% and female literacy near 45.64%. There are around 127 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 598 300 298
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 85 41 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 139 78 61
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 30 10 20
Literate Population 347 211 136
Illiterate Population 251 89 162

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 Bemetara Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpuri is Gangpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sonpuri?
The pincode of Sonpuri is 491337, 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 598, with 300 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Sonpuri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonpuri village has a total of 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpuri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpuri is 58.03%. The male literacy rate is 70.33%, while the female literacy rate is 45.64%.