Sonpur - Pratappur, Surajpur
Sonpur is a village situated in the Pratappur tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Pratappur and around 55 km from Ambikapur. Sonpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpur is 432267. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.49 hectares and falls under the 496223 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sonpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur village had a total population of 699 people, including 349 males and 350 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.07%, with male literacy at 73.44% and female literacy at 56.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 481.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 699 | 349 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 481 | 238 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 224 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 125 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur
Sonpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonpur
Sonpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pratappur to Sonpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Sonpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sonpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonpur
Where is Sonpur located?
Sonpur village is located in Pratappur Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
Sonpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonpur?
The pincode of Sonpur is 496223.
What is the population of Sonpur?
Sonpur had a total population of 699, including 349 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur?
Sonpur had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpur was 65.07%. Male literacy was 73.44% and female literacy was 56.62%.