Dakshin Sonapur - Alipurduar - I, Alipurduar
Dakshin Sonapur is a village situated in the Alipurduar - I subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 0.9 km from Panchkalguri and around 77.5 km from Jalpaiguri . Chakowakheti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Sonapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Sonapur is 307233. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.45 hectares and falls under the 736204 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dakshin Sonapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alipurduars Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dakshin Sonapur
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Sonapur village has a total population of 2,203 people, consisting of 1,143 males and 1,060 females. The village has 515 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,591 literate and 612 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,005 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Sonapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,203 | 1,143 | 1,060 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 128 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,005 | 1,053 | 952 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,591 | 897 | 694 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 246 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Sonapur
Dakshin 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 Dakshin Sonapur
Dakshin 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Dakshin Sonapur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Dakshin Sonapur is about 77.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Sonapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Sonapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin 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 Dakshin Sonapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Sonapur
Where is Dakshin Sonapur located?
Dakshin Sonapur village is located in Alipurduar - I Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Sonapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Sonapur is Chakowakheti.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Sonapur?
The pincode of Dakshin Sonapur is 736204.
What is the population of Dakshin Sonapur?
Dakshin Sonapur has a total population of 2,203, including 1,143 males and 1,060 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Sonapur?
There are 515 households in Dakshin Sonapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Sonapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Sonapur is 72.22%. Male literacy is 78.48% and female literacy is 65.47%.