Sonakhun
Sonakhun is a village located in Dhalbhumgarh subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Ghatsila (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jamshedpur. As per 2009 stats, Moudasholi is the gram panchayat of Sonakhun village.
Sonakhun has its own place in the vibrant Purbi 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 Sonakhun
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonakhun is 364091. The village spans a total geographical area of 50 hectares. Dhalbhumgarh is nearest town to Sonakhun village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sonakhun
Population of Sonakhun
Below is a concise population overview of Sonakhun as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 252 | 138 | 114 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
Literate Population | 173 | 113 | 60 |
Illiterate Population | 79 | 25 | 54 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonakhun village:
- The total population of Sonakhun village is around 252, including approximately 138 males and 114 females, with a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 18 children aged 0–6 years in Sonakhun village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonakhun village has 14 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 76 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonakhun village is about 68.65%, with male literacy at 81.88% and female literacy at 52.63%.
- There are around 73 households in Sonakhun village.
Connectivity of Sonakhun
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonakhun. As per the 2011 stats, Sonakhun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonakhun
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonakhun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonakhun.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonakhun
- Where is Sonakhun located?
- Sonakhun village is situated in Dhalbhumgarh Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonakhun?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonakhun is Moudasholi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonakhun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonakhun is 252, with 138 males and 114 females.
- How many households are there in Sonakhun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonakhun village has a total of 73 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonakhun as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonakhun is 68.65%. The male literacy rate is 81.88%, while the female literacy rate is 52.63%.