Sonatapal
Sonatapal is a village located in Onda subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.2km away from sub-district headquarter Onda. Bankura is the district headquarter of Sonatapal village. As per 2009 stats, Santore is the gram panchayat of Sonatapal village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonatapal unique in its vibrant Onda-Bankura region. You’ll see Sonatapal’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 Sonatapal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonatapal is 328385. The village spans a total geographical area of 287.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722165. Bankura is nearest town to Sonatapal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Sonatapal
Population of Sonatapal
According to the 2011 Census, Sonatapal has a total population of about 1,524, with approximately 782 males and 742 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 899 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 62.66%, with male literacy at about 69.95% and female literacy near 54.99%. There are around 335 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonatapal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,524 | 782 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 91 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 899 | 458 | 441 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 955 | 547 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 235 | 334 |
Connectivity of Sonatapal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonatapal. As per the 2011 stats, Sonatapal 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonatapal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonatapal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonatapal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonatapal
- Where is Sonatapal located?
- Sonatapal village is situated in Onda Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonatapal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonatapal is Santore (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonatapal?
- The pincode of Sonatapal is 722165, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonatapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonatapal is 1,524, with 782 males and 742 females.
- How many households are there in Sonatapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonatapal village has a total of 335 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonatapal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonatapal is 62.66%. The male literacy rate is 69.95%, while the female literacy rate is 54.99%.