Sonapur
Sonapur is a village located in Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district in Jharkhand, India. Pakur and Maheshpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sonapur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Manikpur is the gram panchayat of Sonapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonapur unique in its vibrant Maheshpur-Pakur region. You’ll see Sonapur’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 Sonapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonapur is 360692. The village spans a total geographical area of 144.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814111. Maheshpur is nearest town to Sonapur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sonapur
Population of Sonapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonapur has a total population of about 701, with approximately 349 males and 352 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 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. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 699. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.95%, with male literacy at about 42.69% and female literacy near 29.26%. There are around 154 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 701 | 349 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 699 | 348 | 351 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 149 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 200 | 249 |
Connectivity of Sonapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonapur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonapur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonapur
- Where is Sonapur located?
- Sonapur village is situated in Maheshpur Subdivision, within the Pakur district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonapur is Manikpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonapur?
- The pincode of Sonapur is 814111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonapur is 701, with 349 males and 352 females.
- How many households are there in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonapur village has a total of 154 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonapur is 35.95%. The male literacy rate is 42.69%, while the female literacy rate is 29.26%.