Sonakpur
Sonakpur is a village located in Suar tehsil of Rampur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Suar (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Rampur. As per 2009 stats, Sonakpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonakpur unique in its vibrant Suar-Rampur region. You’ll see Sonakpur’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 Sonakpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonakpur is 116363. The village spans a total geographical area of 488.91 hectares. Suar is nearest town to Sonakpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonakpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Suar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rampur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonakpur
Population of Sonakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonakpur has a total population of about 3,327, with approximately 1,761 males and 1,566 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 653 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.83%, with male literacy at about 46.96% and female literacy near 31.80%. There are around 539 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonakpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,327 | 1,761 | 1,566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 653 | 322 | 331 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,325 | 827 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,002 | 934 | 1,068 |
Connectivity of Sonakpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonakpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonakpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonakpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonakpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonakpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonakpur
- Where is Sonakpur located?
- Sonakpur village is situated in Suar Tehsil, within the Rampur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonakpur?
- Sonakpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonakpur is 3,327, with 1,761 males and 1,566 females.
- How many households are there in Sonakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonakpur village has a total of 539 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonakpur is 39.83%. The male literacy rate is 46.96%, while the female literacy rate is 31.80%.