Dakshin Sonapur
Dakshin Sonapur is a village located in Alipurduar I subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 0.9km away from sub-district headquarter Panchkalguri (tehsildar office) and 77.5km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Chakowakheti is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Sonapur village.
Dakshin Sonapur has its own place in the vibrant Jalpaiguri 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 Dakshin Sonapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshin Sonapur is 307233. The village spans a total geographical area of 361.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736204. Alipurduar is nearest town to Dakshin Sonapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Dakshin Sonapur
Below is a concise population overview of Dakshin Sonapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,203 | 1,143 | 1,060 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 128 | 117 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,005 | 1,053 | 952 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
Literate Population | 1,591 | 897 | 694 |
Illiterate Population | 612 | 246 | 366 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dakshin Sonapur village:
- The total population of Dakshin Sonapur village is around 2,203, including approximately 1,143 males and 1,060 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 245 children aged 0–6 years in Dakshin Sonapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dakshin Sonapur village has 2,005 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dakshin Sonapur village is about 72.22%, with male literacy at 78.48% and female literacy at 65.47%.
- There are around 515 households in Dakshin Sonapur village.
Connectivity of Dakshin Sonapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakshin Sonapur. As per the 2011 stats, Dakshin Sonapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Sonapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakshin Sonapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakshin Sonapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshin Sonapur
- Where is Dakshin Sonapur located?
- Dakshin Sonapur village is situated in Alipurduar I Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Sonapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Sonapur is Chakowakheti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakshin Sonapur?
- The pincode of Dakshin Sonapur is 736204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakshin Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshin Sonapur is 2,203, with 1,143 males and 1,060 females.
- How many households are there in Dakshin Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakshin Sonapur village has a total of 515 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshin Sonapur is 72.22%. The male literacy rate is 78.48%, while the female literacy rate is 65.47%.