Sonakur
Sonakur is a village located in Haringhata subdivision of Nadia district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.4km away from sub-district headquarter Subarnapur (tehsildar office) and 68.5km away from district headquarter Krishnanagar. As per 2009 stats, Nagarukhra Ii is the gram panchayat of Sonakur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonakur unique in its vibrant Haringhata-Nadia region. You’ll see Sonakur’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 Sonakur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonakur is 322400. The village spans a total geographical area of 140.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743249. Habra is nearest town to Sonakur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Sonakur
Population of Sonakur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonakur has a total population of about 1,886, with approximately 941 males and 945 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 232 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 506 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 159. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.30%, with male literacy at about 73.54% and female literacy near 65.08%. There are around 430 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonakur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,886 | 941 | 945 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 109 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 506 | 247 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 1,307 | 692 | 615 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 249 | 330 |
Connectivity of Sonakur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonakur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonakur 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonakur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonakur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonakur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonakur
- Where is Sonakur located?
- Sonakur village is situated in Haringhata Subdivision, within the Nadia district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonakur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonakur is Nagarukhra Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonakur?
- The pincode of Sonakur is 743249, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonakur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonakur is 1,886, with 941 males and 945 females.
- How many households are there in Sonakur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonakur village has a total of 430 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonakur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonakur is 69.30%. The male literacy rate is 73.54%, while the female literacy rate is 65.08%.