Sonakhan
Sonakhan is a village located in Kasdol tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Kasdol (tehsildar office) and 155km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Sonakhan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonakhan unique in its vibrant Kasdol-Raipur region. You’ll see Sonakhan’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 Sonakhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonakhan is 444093. The village spans a total geographical area of 8019.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491441. Kasdol is nearest town to Sonakhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Sonakhan
Population of Sonakhan
According to the 2011 Census, Sonakhan has a total population of about 6,703, with approximately 3,335 males and 3,368 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,039 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 540 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,525. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.13%, with male literacy at about 64.23% and female literacy near 44.12%. There are around 1,571 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonakhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,703 | 3,335 | 3,368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,039 | 529 | 510 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 267 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,525 | 1,784 | 1,741 |
| Literate Population | 3,628 | 2,142 | 1,486 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,075 | 1,193 | 1,882 |
Connectivity of Sonakhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonakhan. As per the 2011 stats, Sonakhan 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 Sonakhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonakhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonakhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonakhan
- Where is Sonakhan located?
- Sonakhan village is situated in Kasdol Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonakhan?
- Sonakhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonakhan?
- The pincode of Sonakhan is 491441, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonakhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonakhan is 6,703, with 3,335 males and 3,368 females.
- How many households are there in Sonakhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonakhan village has a total of 1,571 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonakhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonakhan is 54.13%. The male literacy rate is 64.23%, while the female literacy rate is 44.12%.