Sonpur

Sonpur is a village located in Pratappur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Pratappur (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Sonpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Sonpur has its own place in the vibrant Surguja region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sonpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpur is 432267. The village spans a total geographical area of 390.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497223. Pratappur is nearest town to Sonpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Sonpur

Below is a concise population overview of Sonpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 699 349 350
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 92 44 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 481 238 243
Literate Population 395 224 171
Illiterate Population 304 125 179

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonpur village:

  • The total population of Sonpur village is around 699, including approximately 349 males and 350 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Sonpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonpur village has 481 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonpur village is about 56.51%, with male literacy at 64.18% and female literacy at 48.86%.
  • There are around 150 households in Sonpur village.

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 village
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.

Chanchidand Tukudand Pandiya Pendari Daldali Masga Nawadih Kanaknagar Budhadand Silphili Makanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpur

Where is Sonpur located?
Sonpur village is situated in Pratappur Tehsil, within the Surguja 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 497223, 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 699, with 349 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonpur village has a total of 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpur is 56.51%. The male literacy rate is 64.18%, while the female literacy rate is 48.86%.