Sonandur
Sonandur is a village located in Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Beltangady (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Maladi is the gram panchayat of Sonandur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonandur unique in its vibrant Beltangadi-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Sonandur’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 Sonandur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonandur is 617650. The village spans a total geographical area of 558.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574224. Beltangady is nearest town to Sonandur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sonandur
Population of Sonandur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonandur has a total population of about 2,439, with approximately 1,195 males and 1,244 females. The sex ratio is around 1041 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 275 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 317 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 29. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.50%, with male literacy at about 77.41% and female literacy near 65.84%. There are around 491 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonandur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,439 | 1,195 | 1,244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 137 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 153 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,744 | 925 | 819 |
| Illiterate Population | 695 | 270 | 425 |
Connectivity of Sonandur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonandur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonandur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonandur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonandur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonandur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonandur
- Where is Sonandur located?
- Sonandur village is situated in Beltangadi Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonandur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonandur is Maladi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonandur?
- The pincode of Sonandur is 574224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonandur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonandur is 2,439, with 1,195 males and 1,244 females.
- How many households are there in Sonandur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonandur village has a total of 491 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonandur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonandur is 71.50%. The male literacy rate is 77.41%, while the female literacy rate is 65.84%.