Sonpur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Sonpur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Sonpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpur is 212875. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.4 hectares and falls under the 231301 pincode. Ahraura is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonpur
As per Census 2011, Sonpur village has a total population of 2,282 people, consisting of 1,206 males and 1,076 females. The village has 405 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,230 literate and 1,052 illiterate residents. Additionally, 884 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,282 | 1,206 | 1,076 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 211 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 884 | 475 | 409 |
| Literate Population | 1,230 | 739 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,052 | 467 | 585 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chiraiya | East | 1.16 km |
| Ahirupur | South | 1.31 km |
| Bhagauti Dei | West | 1.52 km |
| Chak Jata | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Hatia | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Mirapur | East | 1.92 km |
| Biahur | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Moharpur | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Ghasipur | North | 2.33 km |
| Chakalia | North-East | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonpur
Sonpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kailahat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.4 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahraura to Sonpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Sonpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
Sonpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonpur?
The pincode of Sonpur is 231301.
What is the population of Sonpur?
Sonpur has a total population of 2,282, including 1,206 males and 1,076 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur?
There are 405 households in Sonpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpur is 53.90%. Male literacy is 61.28% and female literacy is 45.63%.