Sonapur
Sonapur is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.7km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Sahajadpur is the gram panchayat of Sonapur village.
Sonapur has its own place in the vibrant Maldah 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 Sonapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonapur is 312742. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732138. Old Malda is nearest town to Sonapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Sonapur
Below is a concise population overview of Sonapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 230 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 160 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 122 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 108 | 117 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonapur village:
- The total population of Sonapur village is around 438, including approximately 230 males and 208 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Sonapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonapur village has 295 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 119 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonapur village is about 48.63%, with male literacy at 53.04% and female literacy at 43.75%.
- There are around 110 households in Sonapur village.
Connectivity of Sonapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonapur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sonapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonapur
- Where is Sonapur located?
- Sonapur village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonapur is Sahajadpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonapur?
- The pincode of Sonapur is 732138, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonapur is 438, with 230 males and 208 females.
- How many households are there in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonapur village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonapur is 48.63%. The male literacy rate is 53.04%, while the female literacy rate is 43.75%.