Sonahan
Sonahan is a village located in Harirampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.1km away from sub-district headquarter Harirampur. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Sonahan village. As per 2009 stats, Pundari is the gram panchayat of Sonahan village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonahan unique in its vibrant Harirampur-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Sonahan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sonahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonahan is 311844. The village spans a total geographical area of 127.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733125. Gangrampur is nearest town to Sonahan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sonahan
Population of Sonahan
According to the 2011 Census, Sonahan has a total population of about 1,116, with approximately 556 males and 560 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 176 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 242. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.18%, with male literacy at about 61.51% and female literacy near 50.89%. There are around 258 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,116 | 556 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 72 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 88 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 110 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 342 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 214 | 275 |
Connectivity of Sonahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonahan. As per the 2011 stats, Sonahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonahan
- Where is Sonahan located?
- Sonahan village is situated in Harirampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonahan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonahan is Pundari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonahan?
- The pincode of Sonahan is 733125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonahan is 1,116, with 556 males and 560 females.
- How many households are there in Sonahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonahan village has a total of 258 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonahan is 56.18%. The male literacy rate is 61.51%, while the female literacy rate is 50.89%.