Sonakanda
About Sonakanda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sonakanda village is 328851. Sonakanda village is located in Simlapal subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.7km away from sub-district headquarter Simlapal. Bankura is the district headquarter of Sonakanda village. As per 2009 stats, Machatora is the gram panchayat of Sonakanda village.
The total geographical area of village is 117.12 hectares. Sonakanda has a total population of 512 peoples, out of which male population is 261 while female population is 251. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 961 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sonakanda village is 68.75% out of which 75.48% males and 61.75% females are literate. There are about 90 houses in sonakanda village. Pincode of sonakanda village locality is 722151.
Khatra is nearest town to sonakanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Sonakanda
The population details of Sonakanda cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 261 | 251 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 217 | 113 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 197 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 64 | 96 |
Connectivity of Sonakanda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonakanda
Where is Sonakanda located?
Sonakanda village is situated in Simlapal Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonakanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonakanda is Machatora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sonakanda?
The pincode of Sonakanda is 722151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonakanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonakanda is 512, with 261 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Sonakanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonakanda village has a total of 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonakanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonakanda is 68.75%. The male literacy rate is 75.48%, while the female literacy rate is 61.75%.