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.
Here you can discover what makes Sonarhat unique in its vibrant Sitai-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Sonarhat’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 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.
Google Map of Sonarhat
Population of Sonarhat
According to the 2011 Census, Sonarhat has a total population of about 363, with approximately 182 males and 181 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 222 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 58.95%, with male literacy at about 67.03% and female literacy near 50.83%. There are around 91 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonarhat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.