Sonakandar
About Sonakandar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sonakandar village is 313268. Sonakandar village is located in Maldah Old subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 53.6km away from sub-district headquarter Narayanpur (tehsildar office) and 21.6km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Jatradanga is the gram panchayat of Sonakandar village.
The total geographical area of village is 43.39 hectares. Sonakandar has a total population of 420 peoples, out of which male population is 222 while female population is 198. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 891 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sonakandar village is 39.52% out of which 52.25% males and 25.25% females are literate. There are about 90 houses in sonakandar village. Pincode of sonakandar village locality is 732142.
Old Malda is nearest town to sonakandar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Sonakandar
The population details of Sonakandar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 420 | 222 | 198 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 350 | 188 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 116 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 106 | 148 |
Connectivity of Sonakandar
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonakandar
Where is Sonakandar located?
Sonakandar village is situated in Maldah Old Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonakandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonakandar is Jatradanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sonakandar?
The pincode of Sonakandar is 732142, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonakandar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonakandar is 420, with 222 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Sonakandar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonakandar village has a total of 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonakandar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonakandar is 39.52%. The male literacy rate is 52.25%, while the female literacy rate is 25.25%.