Sonpur
Sonpur is a village located in Raighar tehsil of Nabarangapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Raighar (tehsildar office) and 99km away from district headquarter Nabarangapur . As per 2009 stats, Kurabeda is the gram panchayat of Sonpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpur unique in its vibrant Raighar-Nabarangapur 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 427212. The village spans a total geographical area of 709 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764074. Umarkote is nearest town to Sonpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
Google Map of Sonpur
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur has a total population of about 2,520, with approximately 1,281 males and 1,239 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 429 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,116 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 906. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.93%, with male literacy at about 67.45% and female literacy near 50.12%. There are around 510 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 | 2,520 | 1,281 | 1,239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 220 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,116 | 574 | 542 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 906 | 453 | 453 |
| Literate Population | 1,485 | 864 | 621 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,035 | 417 | 618 |
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 5 - 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 Raighar Tehsil, within the Nabarangapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Kurabeda (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 764074, 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 2,520, with 1,281 males and 1,239 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpur village has a total of 510 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpur is 58.93%. The male literacy rate is 67.45%, while the female literacy rate is 50.12%.