Sonpura - Nagaruntari, Garhwa
Sonpura is a village situated in the Nagaruntari subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagaruntari and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Pipardih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpura is 347517. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 822121 pincode.
Sonpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonpura
As per Census 2011, Sonpura village has a total population of 654 people, consisting of 321 males and 333 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 388 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 376 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 654 | 321 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 192 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 227 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 94 | 172 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sonpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Sonpura is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonpura
Where is Sonpura located?
Sonpura village is located in Nagaruntari Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpura is Pipardih.
What is the pincode of Sonpura?
The pincode of Sonpura is 822121.
What is the population of Sonpura?
Sonpura has a total population of 654, including 321 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Sonpura?
There are 104 households in Sonpura.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpura is 59.33%. Male literacy is 70.72% and female literacy is 48.35%.