Sonakhuli
Sonakhuli is a village located in Cooch Behar I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 40.4km away from sub-district headquarter Ghughumari (tehsildar office) and 17.9km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Sutkabari is the gram panchayat of Sonakhuli village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonakhuli unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Sonakhuli’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 Sonakhuli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonakhuli is 308165. The village spans a total geographical area of 146.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736134. Cooch Behar is nearest town to Sonakhuli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Sonakhuli
Population of Sonakhuli
According to the 2011 Census, Sonakhuli has a total population of about 1,742, with approximately 863 males and 879 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 259 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 529 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.87%, with male literacy at about 69.52% and female literacy near 60.30%. There are around 428 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonakhuli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,742 | 863 | 879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 124 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 529 | 279 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,130 | 600 | 530 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 263 | 349 |
Connectivity of Sonakhuli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonakhuli. As per the 2011 stats, Sonakhuli had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| 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 Sonakhuli
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonakhuli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonakhuli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonakhuli
- Where is Sonakhuli located?
- Sonakhuli village is situated in Cooch Behar I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonakhuli?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonakhuli is Sutkabari (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 736134, 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 1,742, with 863 males and 879 females.
- How many households are there in Sonakhuli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonakhuli village has a total of 428 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonakhuli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonakhuli is 64.87%. The male literacy rate is 69.52%, while the female literacy rate is 60.30%.