Sonpur
About Sonpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sonpur village is 433682. Sonpur village is located in Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bagicha (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Peta is the gram panchayat of Sonpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 278.98 hectares. Sonpur has a total population of 458 peoples, out of which male population is 225 while female population is 233. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1035 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sonpur village is 52.84% out of which 60.89% males and 45.06% females are literate. There are about 128 houses in sonpur village. Pincode of sonpur village locality is 496224.
When it comes to administration, Sonpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sonpur village comes under Jashpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Bagicha is nearest town to sonpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Sonpur
The population details of Sonpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 458 | 225 | 233 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 340 | 168 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 137 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 88 | 128 |
Connectivity of Sonpur
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpur
Where is Sonpur located?
Sonpur village is situated in Bagicha Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Peta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sonpur?
The pincode of Sonpur is 496224, 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 458, with 225 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonpur village has a total of 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpur is 52.84%. The male literacy rate is 60.89%, while the female literacy rate is 45.06%.