Sonapi
Sonapi is a village located in Manoharpur subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 102km away from sub-district headquarter Chakradharpur (tehsildar office) and 109km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Chhotanagra is the gram panchayat of Sonapi village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonapi unique in its vibrant Manoharpur-Pashchimi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Sonapi’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 Sonapi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonapi is 377764. The village spans a total geographical area of 923.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833104. Raurkela is nearest town to Sonapi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sonapi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonapi
Population of Sonapi
According to the 2011 Census, Sonapi has a total population of about 546, with approximately 279 males and 267 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 151 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 544. The overall literacy rate is approximately 26.74%, with male literacy at about 39.43% and female literacy near 13.48%. There are around 101 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonapi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 546 | 279 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 73 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 544 | 278 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 110 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 169 | 231 |
Connectivity of Sonapi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonapi. As per the 2011 stats, Sonapi 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonapi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonapi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonapi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonapi
- Where is Sonapi located?
- Sonapi village is situated in Manoharpur Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonapi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonapi is Chhotanagra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonapi?
- The pincode of Sonapi is 833104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonapi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonapi is 546, with 279 males and 267 females.
- How many households are there in Sonapi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonapi village has a total of 101 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonapi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonapi is 26.74%. The male literacy rate is 39.43%, while the female literacy rate is 13.48%.