Sonarchalun
Sonarchalun is a village located in Sitalkuchi subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.8km away from sub-district headquarter Sitalkuchi (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Khalisamari is the gram panchayat of Sonarchalun village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonarchalun unique in its vibrant Sitalkuchi-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Sonarchalun’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 Sonarchalun
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonarchalun is 308768. The village spans a total geographical area of 463.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736158. Mathabhanga is nearest town to Sonarchalun village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Sonarchalun
Population of Sonarchalun
According to the 2011 Census, Sonarchalun has a total population of about 3,227, with approximately 1,675 males and 1,552 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 438 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,149 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 53.55%, with male literacy at about 59.16% and female literacy near 47.49%. There are around 721 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonarchalun's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,227 | 1,675 | 1,552 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 230 | 208 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,149 | 1,118 | 1,031 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,728 | 991 | 737 |
Illiterate Population | 1,499 | 684 | 815 |
Connectivity of Sonarchalun
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonarchalun. As per the 2011 stats, Sonarchalun 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonarchalun
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonarchalun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonarchalun.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonarchalun
- Where is Sonarchalun located?
- Sonarchalun village is situated in Sitalkuchi Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonarchalun?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonarchalun is Khalisamari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonarchalun?
- The pincode of Sonarchalun is 736158, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonarchalun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonarchalun is 3,227, with 1,675 males and 1,552 females.
- How many households are there in Sonarchalun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonarchalun village has a total of 721 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonarchalun as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonarchalun is 53.55%. The male literacy rate is 59.16%, while the female literacy rate is 47.49%.