Sonakhuli
About Sonakhuli
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sonakhuli village is 307458. Sonakhuli village is located in Dhupguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.5km away from sub-district headquarter Dhupguri (tehsildar office) and 41.1km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Sakoyajhora Ii is the gram panchayat of Sonakhuli village.
The total geographical area of village is 188.63 hectares. Sonakhuli has a total population of 1,950 peoples, out of which male population is 1,013 while female population is 937. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 924 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sonakhuli village is 61.13% out of which 66.44% males and 55.39% females are literate. There are about 449 houses in sonakhuli village. Pincode of sonakhuli village locality is 735212.
When it comes to administration, Sonakhuli village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sonakhuli village comes under Dhupguri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha constituency. Gayerkata is nearest town to sonakhuli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Sonakhuli
The population details of Sonakhuli cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,950 | 1,013 | 937 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 276 | 156 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 295 | 150 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 1,192 | 673 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 758 | 340 | 418 |
Connectivity of Sonakhuli
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonakhuli
Where is Sonakhuli located?
Sonakhuli village is situated in Dhupguri Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonakhuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonakhuli is Sakoyajhora Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sonakhuli?
The pincode of Sonakhuli is 735212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonakhuli as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonakhuli is 1,950, with 1,013 males and 937 females.
How many households are there in Sonakhuli as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonakhuli village has a total of 449 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonakhuli as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonakhuli is 61.13%. The male literacy rate is 66.44%, while the female literacy rate is 55.39%.