Sonamukhi

Sonamukhi is a village located in Sonamukhi subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Sonamukhi. Bankura is the district headquarter of Sonamukhi village. As per 2009 stats, Dhansimla is the gram panchayat of Sonamukhi village.

Sonamukhi 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 Sonamukhi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonamukhi is 327447. The village spans a total geographical area of 571.65 hectares. Sonamukhi is nearest town to Sonamukhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.

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Population of Sonamukhi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 797 389 408
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 134 63 71
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 2 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 54 24 30
Literate Population 349 208 141
Illiterate Population 448 181 267

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

  • The total population of Sonamukhi village is around 797, including approximately 389 males and 408 females, with a sex ratio of 1048 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 134 children aged 0–6 years in Sonamukhi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonamukhi village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 54 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonamukhi village is about 43.79%, with male literacy at 53.47% and female literacy at 34.56%.
  • There are around 144 households in Sonamukhi village.

Connectivity of Sonamukhi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonamukhi. As per the 2011 stats, Sonamukhi 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 Sonamukhi

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonamukhi

Where is Sonamukhi located?
Sonamukhi village is situated in Sonamukhi Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonamukhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonamukhi is Dhansimla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sonamukhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonamukhi is 797, with 389 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Sonamukhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonamukhi village has a total of 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonamukhi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonamukhi is 43.79%. The male literacy rate is 53.47%, while the female literacy rate is 34.56%.