Sonapur

Sonapur is a village located in Sawali tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Sawali (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Sonapur village is also a gram panchayat.

Sonapur has its own place in the vibrant Chandrapur 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 Sonapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonapur is 540938. The village spans a total geographical area of 1008.49 hectares. Mul is nearest town to Sonapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

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Population of Sonapur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,035 1,005 1,030
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 217 100 117
Scheduled Castes (SC) 297 145 152
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 110 56 54
Literate Population 1,251 734 517
Illiterate Population 784 271 513

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

  • The total population of Sonapur village is around 2,035, including approximately 1,005 males and 1,030 females, with a sex ratio of 1024 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 217 children aged 0–6 years in Sonapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonapur village has 297 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 110 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonapur village is about 61.47%, with male literacy at 73.03% and female literacy at 50.19%.
  • There are around 522 households in Sonapur village.

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 - 10 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonapur

Where is Sonapur located?
Sonapur village is situated in Sawali 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 2,035, with 1,005 males and 1,030 females.
How many households are there in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonapur village has a total of 522 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonapur is 61.47%. The male literacy rate is 73.03%, while the female literacy rate is 50.19%.