Sonpur - Raighar, Nabarangpur
Sonpur is a village situated in the Raighar tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Raighar and around 99 km from Nabarangapur . Kurabeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpur is 427212. The village covers a total geographical area of 709 hectares and falls under the 764088 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 33 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 Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonpur
As per Census 2011, Sonpur village has a total population of 2,520 people, consisting of 1,281 males and 1,239 females. The village has 510 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 429 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,485 literate and 1,035 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 906 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur
Sonpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajaputi | South | 1.56 km |
| Kudabeda | East | 1.69 km |
| Rengabhati | North | 1.76 km |
| Munigadihi | West | 2.55 km |
| Dumardihi | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Jhunukipara | South | 2.79 km |
| Kaliapadar | East | 2.86 km |
| Kusumpur | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Kundrapani | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Baghobeda | South-East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonpur
Public transport in the Sonpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Umarkote to Sonpur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Sonpur is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonpur
Where is Sonpur located?
Sonpur village is located in Raighar Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Kurabeda.
What is the pincode of Sonpur?
The pincode of Sonpur is 764088.
What is the population of Sonpur?
Sonpur has a total population of 2,520, including 1,281 males and 1,239 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur?
There are 510 households in Sonpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpur is 58.93%. Male literacy is 67.45% and female literacy is 50.12%.