Sonapur

Sonapur is a village located in Jiribam subdivision of Imphal East district in Manipur, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Jiribam (tehsildar office) and 222km away from district headquarter Imphal East. As per 2009 stats, Sonapur village is also a gram panchayat.

Sonapur has its own place in the vibrant Imphal East 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 270164. The village spans a total geographical area of 220.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 795116. Jiribam Town is nearest town to Sonapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sonapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jiribam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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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 2,320 1,192 1,128
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 553 269 284
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 996 615 381
Illiterate Population 1,324 577 747

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

  • The total population of Sonapur village is around 2,320, including approximately 1,192 males and 1,128 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 553 children aged 0–6 years in Sonapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Sonapur village is about 42.93%, with male literacy at 51.59% and female literacy at 33.78%.
  • There are around 437 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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 Jiribam Subdivision, within the Imphal East district of Manipur, 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 pincode of Sonapur?
The pincode of Sonapur is 795116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonapur is 2,320, with 1,192 males and 1,128 females.
How many households are there in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonapur village has a total of 437 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonapur is 42.93%. The male literacy rate is 51.59%, while the female literacy rate is 33.78%.