Sonagara

Sonagara is a village located in Raipur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.5km away from sub-district headquarter Gar Raipur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Sonagara village. As per 2009 stats, Sonagara village is also a gram panchayat.

Sonagara has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sonagara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonagara is 329452. The village spans a total geographical area of 808.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722150. Khatra is nearest town to Sonagara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

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Population of Sonagara

Below is a concise population overview of Sonagara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,395 1,196 1,199
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 234 104 130
Scheduled Castes (SC) 713 355 358
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,314 646 668
Literate Population 1,553 937 616
Illiterate Population 842 259 583

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonagara village:

  • The total population of Sonagara village is around 2,395, including approximately 1,196 males and 1,199 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 234 children aged 0–6 years in Sonagara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonagara village has 713 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,314 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonagara village is about 64.84%, with male literacy at 78.34% and female literacy at 51.38%.
  • There are around 582 households in Sonagara village.

Connectivity of Sonagara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonagara. As per the 2011 stats, Sonagara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sonagara

Knowing the nearby villages of Sonagara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonagara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonagara

Where is Sonagara located?
Sonagara village is situated in Raipur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonagara?
Sonagara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sonagara?
The pincode of Sonagara is 722150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonagara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonagara is 2,395, with 1,196 males and 1,199 females.
How many households are there in Sonagara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonagara village has a total of 582 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonagara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonagara is 64.84%. The male literacy rate is 78.34%, while the female literacy rate is 51.38%.