Sonari - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Sonari is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 59.2 km from Pundibari and around 9.4 km from Cooch Behar. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonari is 308307. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.75 hectares and falls under the 736133 pincode. Coochbehar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sonari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonari
According to the 2011 Census, Sonari village had a total population of 2,307 people, including 1,223 males and 1,084 females, living in 557 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.27%, with male literacy at 90.77% and female literacy at 72.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,304, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,307 | 1,223 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 139 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,304 | 691 | 613 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,680 | 984 | 696 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 239 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Sonari
Sonari 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 Sonari
Sonari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Sonari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Coochbehar to Sonari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Sonari is about 9.4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonari
Where is Sonari located?
Sonari village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonari?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonari is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Sonari?
The pincode of Sonari is 736133.
What is the population of Sonari?
Sonari had a total population of 2,307, including 1,223 males and 1,084 females.
How many households are there in Sonari?
Sonari had 557 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonari was 82.27%. Male literacy was 90.77% and female literacy was 72.65%.