Sonpur - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Sonpur is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sonepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpur is 417506. The village covers a total geographical area of 788 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Sonpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonpur
As per Census 2011, Sonpur village has a total population of 876 people, consisting of 434 males and 442 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 308 literate and 568 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur
Sonpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonpur
Public transport in the Sonpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Sonpur is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sonpur is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonpur
Where is Sonpur located?
Sonpur village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Sonepur.
What is the pincode of Sonpur?
The pincode of Sonpur is 762104.
What is the population of Sonpur?
Sonpur has a total population of 876, including 434 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur?
There are 184 households in Sonpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpur is 35.16%. Male literacy is 49.31% and female literacy is 21.27%.