Sonapur
Sonapur is a village located in Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Chamorshi (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Sonapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonapur unique in its vibrant Chamorshi-Gadchiroli 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 539248. The village spans a total geographical area of 485.23 hectares. Mul is nearest town to Sonapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Sonapur
Population of Sonapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonapur has a total population of about 1,891, with approximately 937 males and 954 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 208 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 142 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 373. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.10%, with male literacy at about 74.17% and female literacy near 56.18%. There are around 500 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 | 1,891 | 937 | 954 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 100 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 68 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 373 | 195 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 1,231 | 695 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 242 | 418 |
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 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonapur
- Where is Sonapur located?
- Sonapur village is situated in Chamorshi Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli 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 1,891, with 937 males and 954 females.
- How many households are there in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonapur village has a total of 500 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonapur is 65.10%. The male literacy rate is 74.17%, while the female literacy rate is 56.18%.