Sonapur
Sonapur is a village located in Rajura tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Rajura (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Sonapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonapur unique in its vibrant Rajura-Chandrapur region. You’ll see Sonapur’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 Sonapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonapur is 541839. The village spans a total geographical area of 893.77 hectares. Rajura is nearest town to Sonapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Sonapur
Population of Sonapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonapur has a total population of about 1,166, with approximately 571 males and 595 females. The sex ratio is around 1042 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 140 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 34 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 988. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.63%, with male literacy at about 71.98% and female literacy near 49.75%. There are around 280 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,166 | 571 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 62 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 988 | 469 | 519 |
| Literate Population | 707 | 411 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 160 | 299 |
Connectivity of Sonapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonapur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonapur 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonapur
- Where is Sonapur located?
- Sonapur village is situated in Rajura Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonapur?
- Sonapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonapur is 1,166, with 571 males and 595 females.
- How many households are there in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonapur village has a total of 280 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonapur is 60.63%. The male literacy rate is 71.98%, while the female literacy rate is 49.75%.