Sonpokhri

Sonpokhri is a village located in Manoharpur subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Manoharpur (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Raidih is the gram panchayat of Sonpokhri village.

Sonpokhri has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 Sonpokhri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpokhri is 377810. The village spans a total geographical area of 808 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833104. Raurkela is nearest town to Sonpokhri village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Sonpokhri 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 Manoharpur 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.

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Population of Sonpokhri

Below is a concise population overview of Sonpokhri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 938 454 484
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 167 87 80
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 884 426 458
Literate Population 333 208 125
Illiterate Population 605 246 359

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonpokhri village:

  • The total population of Sonpokhri village is around 938, including approximately 454 males and 484 females, with a sex ratio of 1066 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 167 children aged 0–6 years in Sonpokhri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonpokhri village has 884 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonpokhri village is about 35.50%, with male literacy at 45.81% and female literacy at 25.83%.
  • There are around 154 households in Sonpokhri village.

Connectivity of Sonpokhri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpokhri. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpokhri 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sonpokhri

Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpokhri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpokhri.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpokhri

Where is Sonpokhri located?
Sonpokhri village is situated in Manoharpur Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpokhri?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpokhri is Raidih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sonpokhri?
The pincode of Sonpokhri is 833104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonpokhri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpokhri is 938, with 454 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Sonpokhri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonpokhri village has a total of 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpokhri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpokhri is 35.50%. The male literacy rate is 45.81%, while the female literacy rate is 25.83%.