Sonpura
Sonpura is a village located in Tarhasi subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Tarhasi (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Daltonganj. As per 2009 stats, Sonpura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpura unique in its vibrant Tarhasi-Palamu region. You’ll see Sonpura’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 Sonpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpura is 366198. The village spans a total geographical area of 370 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822118. Tarhasi is nearest town to Sonpura village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sonpura
Population of Sonpura
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpura has a total population of about 3,135, with approximately 1,608 males and 1,527 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 461 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 569 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.49%, with male literacy at about 59.27% and female literacy near 41.26%. There are around 642 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,135 | 1,608 | 1,527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 243 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 569 | 293 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,583 | 953 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,552 | 655 | 897 |
Connectivity of Sonpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpura. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpura 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpura
- Where is Sonpura located?
- Sonpura village is situated in Tarhasi Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpura?
- Sonpura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonpura?
- The pincode of Sonpura is 822118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpura is 3,135, with 1,608 males and 1,527 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpura village has a total of 642 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpura is 50.49%. The male literacy rate is 59.27%, while the female literacy rate is 41.26%.