Sona Diar - Berhampore, Murshidabad
Sona Diar is a village situated in the Berhampore subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Satui Chaurigachha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sona Diar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sona Diar is 315344. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.91 hectares and falls under the 742405 pincode. Berhampore is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sona Diar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baharampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sona Diar
According to the 2011 Census, Sona Diar village had a total population of 422 people, including 219 males and 203 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.50%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 64.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 422 | 219 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 102 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 148 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 71 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Sona Diar
Sona Diar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Meliani | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Mahyampur | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Kumarpur | North | 1.85 km |
| Chhota Satui | West | 2.11 km |
| Jalalpur | North | 2.47 km |
| Bara Satui | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Bhagabanbati | West | 2.77 km |
| Kamnagar | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Mirzapur | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Arazi Giridharipur | North | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sona Diar
Public transport in the Sona Diar is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chowrigacha, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berhampore to Sona Diar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sona Diar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sona Diar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sona Diar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sona Diar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sona Diar
Where is Sona Diar located?
Sona Diar village is located in Berhampore Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sona Diar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sona Diar is Satui Chaurigachha.
What is the pincode of Sona Diar?
The pincode of Sona Diar is 742405.
What is the population of Sona Diar?
Sona Diar had a total population of 422, including 219 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Sona Diar?
Sona Diar had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sona Diar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sona Diar was 72.50%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 64.57%.