Sonpurwa
Sonpurwa is a village located in Kandi subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kandi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Garhwa. As per 2009 stats, Shivpur is the gram panchayat of Sonpurwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpurwa unique in its vibrant Kandi-Garhwa region. You’ll see Sonpurwa’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 Sonpurwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpurwa is 347267. The village spans a total geographical area of 159 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822120. Kandi is nearest town to Sonpurwa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sonpurwa
Population of Sonpurwa
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpurwa has a total population of about 858, with approximately 433 males and 425 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 140 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 229 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.22%, with male literacy at about 56.35% and female literacy near 33.88%. There are around 177 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonpurwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 858 | 433 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 65 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 125 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 244 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 189 | 281 |
Connectivity of Sonpurwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpurwa. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpurwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonpurwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpurwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpurwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpurwa
- Where is Sonpurwa located?
- Sonpurwa village is situated in Kandi Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpurwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonpurwa is Shivpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonpurwa?
- The pincode of Sonpurwa is 822120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonpurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpurwa is 858, with 433 males and 425 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpurwa village has a total of 177 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpurwa is 45.22%. The male literacy rate is 56.35%, while the female literacy rate is 33.88%.