Sonpur
Sonpur is a village located in Patan tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Sonpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpur unique in its vibrant Patan-Durg region. You’ll see Sonpur’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 Sonpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpur is 442722. The village spans a total geographical area of 411.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491111. Patan is nearest town to Sonpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Sonpur
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur has a total population of about 1,476, with approximately 747 males and 729 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 52 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 97. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.58%, with male literacy at about 77.11% and female literacy near 53.77%. There are around 319 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,476 | 747 | 729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 100 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 576 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 171 | 337 |
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 - 10 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 Patan Tehsil, within the Durg 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 491111, 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 1,476, with 747 males and 729 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpur village has a total of 319 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpur is 65.58%. The male literacy rate is 77.11%, while the female literacy rate is 53.77%.