Sonarhat

Sonarhat is a village located in Sitai subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.3km away from sub-district headquarter Sitai (tehsildar office) and 48.8km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Brahmottar Chatra is the gram panchayat of Sonarhat village.

Sonarhat has its own place in the vibrant Koch Bihar 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 Sonarhat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonarhat is 308747. The village spans a total geographical area of 124.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736146. Dinhata is nearest town to Sonarhat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Sonarhat

Below is a concise population overview of Sonarhat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 363 182 181
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 45 21 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 222 108 114
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 214 122 92
Illiterate Population 149 60 89

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonarhat village:

  • The total population of Sonarhat village is around 363, including approximately 182 males and 181 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 45 children aged 0–6 years in Sonarhat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonarhat village has 222 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sonarhat village is about 58.95%, with male literacy at 67.03% and female literacy at 50.83%.
  • There are around 91 households in Sonarhat village.

Connectivity of Sonarhat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonarhat. As per the 2011 stats, Sonarhat 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 Sonarhat

Knowing the nearby villages of Sonarhat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonarhat.

Bharali Sitai Satbhandari Balapukhari Nagargidari Panikhawa Padmamari Satimari Nakarjan Tamaguri Chhat Singimari

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonarhat

Where is Sonarhat located?
Sonarhat village is situated in Sitai Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonarhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonarhat is Brahmottar Chatra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sonarhat?
The pincode of Sonarhat is 736146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonarhat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonarhat is 363, with 182 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Sonarhat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonarhat village has a total of 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonarhat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonarhat is 58.95%. The male literacy rate is 67.03%, while the female literacy rate is 50.83%.