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.
Sonpur has its own place in the vibrant Khunti region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Sonpur
Below is a concise population overview of Sonpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonpur village:
- The total population of Sonpur village is around 860, including approximately 450 males and 410 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 139 children aged 0–6 years in Sonpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonpur village has 77 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 706 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonpur village is about 61.74%, with male literacy at 67.33% and female literacy at 55.61%.
- There are around 192 households in Sonpur village.
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%.