Sonpura - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Sonpura is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from Una and around 150 km from Junagadh. Sonpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpura is 515294. The village covers a total geographical area of 441.23 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sonpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonpura
As per Census 2011, Sonpura village has a total population of 3,060 people, consisting of 1,553 males and 1,507 females. The village has 505 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,839 literate and 1,221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,060 | 1,553 | 1,507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 193 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 73 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,839 | 1,063 | 776 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,221 | 490 | 731 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpura
Sonpura 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 Sonpura
Sonpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Sonpura is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Sonpura is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonpura
Where is Sonpura located?
Sonpura village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpura?
Sonpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonpura?
The pincode of Sonpura is 362560.
What is the population of Sonpura?
Sonpura has a total population of 3,060, including 1,553 males and 1,507 females.
How many households are there in Sonpura?
There are 505 households in Sonpura.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpura is 60.10%. Male literacy is 68.45% and female literacy is 51.49%.