Sonapur - Kasipet, Mancherial
Sonapur is a village situated in the Kasipet mandal of Mancherial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 25 km from Kasipet and around 205 km from Adilabad. Sonapur village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonapur is 570491. The village covers a total geographical area of 2257 hectares and falls under the 504218 pincode. Bellampalle is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sonapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonapur village had a total population of 707 people, including 351 males and 356 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.77%, with male literacy at 48.67% and female literacy at 26.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 697.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 707 | 351 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 697 | 346 | 351 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 146 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 205 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Sonapur
Sonapur 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 Sonapur
Sonapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bellampalle to Sonapur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Sonapur is about 205 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonapur 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 Sonapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonapur
Where is Sonapur located?
Sonapur village is located in Kasipet Mandal, Mancherial district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Sonapur?
Sonapur is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonapur?
The pincode of Sonapur is 504218.
What is the population of Sonapur?
Sonapur had a total population of 707, including 351 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Sonapur?
Sonapur had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonapur was 37.77%. Male literacy was 48.67% and female literacy was 26.91%.