Sonada Forest
Sonada Forest is a village located in Jorebunglow Sukiapokhri subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.2km away from sub-district headquarter Sukhiapokhri. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Sonada Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Upper Sonada is the gram panchayat of Sonada Forest village.
Sonada Forest has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling 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 Sonada Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonada Forest is 306367. The village spans a total geographical area of 249.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734209. Darjeeling is nearest town to Sonada Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Sonada Forest
Population of Sonada Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Sonada Forest 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 | 177 | 88 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 64 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 16 | 15 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonada Forest village:
- The total population of Sonada Forest village is around 177, including approximately 88 males and 89 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 14 children aged 0–6 years in Sonada Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonada Forest village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 126 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonada Forest village is about 82.49%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 83.15%.
- There are around 37 households in Sonada Forest village.
Connectivity of Sonada Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonada Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Sonada Forest had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonada Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonada Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonada Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonada Forest
- Where is Sonada Forest located?
- Sonada Forest village is situated in Jorebunglow Sukiapokhri Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonada Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonada Forest is Upper Sonada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonada Forest?
- The pincode of Sonada Forest is 734209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonada Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonada Forest is 177, with 88 males and 89 females.
- How many households are there in Sonada Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonada Forest village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonada Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonada Forest is 82.49%. The male literacy rate is 81.82%, while the female literacy rate is 83.15%.