Sonpur - Erki(Tamar Ii), Khunti
Sonpur is a village situated in the Erki(Tamar Ii) subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Bundu. Sosokuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpur is 375418. The village covers a total geographical area of 621.68 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode.
Sonpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur village had a total population of 860 people, including 450 males and 410 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.65%, with male literacy at 81.23% and female literacy at 65.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 706.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 860 | 450 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 77 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 706 | 368 | 338 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 303 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 147 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur
Sonpur 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 Sonpur
Sonpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sonpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bundu to Sonpur is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonpur 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 Sonpur
Where is Sonpur located?
Sonpur village is located in Erki(Tamar Ii) Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Sosokuti.
What is the pincode of Sonpur?
The pincode of Sonpur is 835210.
What is the population of Sonpur?
Sonpur had a total population of 860, including 450 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur?
Sonpur had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpur was 73.65%. Male literacy was 81.23% and female literacy was 65.52%.