Sonagara
Sonagara is a village located in Musabani subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Musabani (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jamshedpur. As per 2009 stats, Meriya is the gram panchayat of Sonagara village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonagara unique in its vibrant Musabani-Purbi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Sonagara’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 Sonagara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonagara is 363932. The village spans a total geographical area of 521 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 831002. Musabani is nearest town to Sonagara village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sonagara
Population of Sonagara
According to the 2011 Census, Sonagara has a total population of about 1,309, with approximately 655 males and 654 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 222 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 900. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.02%, with male literacy at about 51.15% and female literacy near 30.89%. There are around 244 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonagara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,309 | 655 | 654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 111 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 900 | 451 | 449 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 335 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 772 | 320 | 452 |
Connectivity of Sonagara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonagara. As per the 2011 stats, Sonagara 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 Sonagara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonagara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonagara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonagara
- Where is Sonagara located?
- Sonagara village is situated in Musabani Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonagara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonagara is Meriya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonagara?
- The pincode of Sonagara is 831002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonagara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonagara is 1,309, with 655 males and 654 females.
- How many households are there in Sonagara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonagara village has a total of 244 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonagara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonagara is 41.02%. The male literacy rate is 51.15%, while the female literacy rate is 30.89%.