Sonpur
Sonpur is a village located in Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Daringbadi (tehsildar office) and 129km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Sonepur is the gram panchayat of Sonpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpur unique in its vibrant Daringbadi-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Sonpur’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 Sonpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpur is 417506. The village spans a total geographical area of 788 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762104. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Sonpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.
Google Map of Sonpur
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur has a total population of about 876, with approximately 434 males and 442 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 38. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.16%, with male literacy at about 49.31% and female literacy near 21.27%. There are around 184 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 876 | 434 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 214 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 568 | 220 | 348 |
Connectivity of Sonpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpur
- Where is Sonpur located?
- Sonpur village is situated in Daringbadi Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Sonepur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonpur?
- The pincode of Sonpur is 762104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpur is 876, with 434 males and 442 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpur village has a total of 184 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpur is 35.16%. The male literacy rate is 49.31%, while the female literacy rate is 21.27%.