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.
Sonahan has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur 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 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.
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Population of Sonahan
Below is a concise population overview of Sonahan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonahan village:
- The total population of Sonahan village is around 1,116, including approximately 556 males and 560 females, with a sex ratio of 1007 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Sonahan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonahan village has 176 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 242 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonahan village is about 56.18%, with male literacy at 61.51% and female literacy at 50.89%.
- There are around 258 households in Sonahan village.
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%.