Sonarhat - Sitai, Cooch Behar
Sonarhat is a village situated in the Sitai subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.3 km from Sitai and around 48.8 km from Cooch Behar. Brahmottar-chatra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonarhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonarhat is 308747. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.32 hectares and falls under the 736145 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sonarhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonarhat
According to the 2011 Census, Sonarhat village had a total population of 363 people, including 182 males and 181 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.30%, with male literacy at 75.78% and female literacy at 58.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 222.
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 | 363 | 182 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 108 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 122 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 60 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Sonarhat
Sonarhat is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Satimari | North-West | 0.97 km |
| Atharajani | South | 1.22 km |
| Nakarjan | North | 1.65 km |
| Tamaguri | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Anandaran Singimari | East | 1.89 km |
| Padmamari | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Chhat Singimari | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Panikhawa | West | 2.25 km |
| Balapukhari | West | 2.72 km |
| Bathar | South-East | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonarhat
Sonarhat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Abutara Halt, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dinhata to Sonarhat is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Sonarhat is about 48.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonarhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonarhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sonarhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonarhat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonarhat
Where is Sonarhat located?
Sonarhat village is located in Sitai Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonarhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonarhat is Brahmottar-chatra.
What is the pincode of Sonarhat?
The pincode of Sonarhat is 736145.
What is the population of Sonarhat?
Sonarhat had a total population of 363, including 182 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Sonarhat?
Sonarhat had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonarhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonarhat was 67.30%. Male literacy was 75.78% and female literacy was 58.60%.