Sonkra
Sonkra is a village located in Berla tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Berla (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Sankara is the gram panchayat of Sonkra village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkra unique in its vibrant Berla-Durg region. You’ll see Sonkra’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 Sonkra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkra is 442363. The village spans a total geographical area of 1053.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 490036. Berla is nearest town to Sonkra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Sonkra
Population of Sonkra
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkra has a total population of about 2,397, with approximately 1,193 males and 1,204 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 386 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 345 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 27. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.79%, with male literacy at about 73.26% and female literacy near 50.42%. There are around 435 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonkra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,397 | 1,193 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 187 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 167 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,481 | 874 | 607 |
| Illiterate Population | 916 | 319 | 597 |
Connectivity of Sonkra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkra. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkra 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonkra
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkra
- Where is Sonkra located?
- Sonkra village is situated in Berla Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonkra is Sankara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonkra?
- The pincode of Sonkra is 490036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonkra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkra is 2,397, with 1,193 males and 1,204 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkra village has a total of 435 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkra is 61.79%. The male literacy rate is 73.26%, while the female literacy rate is 50.42%.