Sonpur
Sonpur is a village located in Erki subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Sonpur (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Bundu. As per 2009 stats, Sosokuti is the gram panchayat of Sonpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpur unique in its vibrant Erki-Khunti region. You’ll see Sonpur’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 Sonpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpur is 375418. The village spans a total geographical area of 621.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835225. Erki is nearest town to Sonpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sonpur
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur has a total population of about 860, with approximately 450 males and 410 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 139 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 77 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 706. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.74%, with male literacy at about 67.33% and female literacy near 55.61%. There are around 192 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Sonpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpur
- Where is Sonpur located?
- Sonpur village is situated in Erki Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Sosokuti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonpur?
- The pincode of Sonpur is 835225, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpur is 860, with 450 males and 410 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpur village has a total of 192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpur is 61.74%. The male literacy rate is 67.33%, while the female literacy rate is 55.61%.