Sonpal
Sonpal is a village located in Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Durgkondal (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Hamatwahi is the gram panchayat of Sonpal village.
Sonpal has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 Sonpal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpal is 447721. The village spans a total geographical area of 399.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494771. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Sonpal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 107km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonpal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonpal
Population of Sonpal
Below is a concise population overview of Sonpal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 372 | 186 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 109 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 107 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 79 | 105 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonpal village:
- The total population of Sonpal village is around 372, including approximately 186 males and 186 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Sonpal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonpal village has 218 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonpal village is about 50.54%, with male literacy at 57.53% and female literacy at 43.55%.
- There are around 71 households in Sonpal village.
Connectivity of Sonpal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpal. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpal 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonpal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpal
- Where is Sonpal located?
- Sonpal village is situated in Durgkondal Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonpal is Hamatwahi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonpal?
- The pincode of Sonpal is 494771, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonpal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpal is 372, with 186 males and 186 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpal village has a total of 71 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpal is 50.54%. The male literacy rate is 57.53%, while the female literacy rate is 43.55%.