Sonarhula - Haroa, North 24 Parganas
Sonarhula is a village situated in the Haroa subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 0.2 km from Haroa. Khasbalanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonarhula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonarhula is 323704. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.56 hectares and falls under the 743425 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sonarhula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haroa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonarhula
According to the 2011 Census, Sonarhula village had a total population of 265 people, including 134 males and 131 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.17%, with male literacy at 85.34% and female literacy at 78.95%.
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 | 265 | 134 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 99 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 35 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Sonarhula
Sonarhula is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonarhula
Sonarhula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sonarhula.
| 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 Basirhat to Sonarhula is about 35 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 Sonarhula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonarhula 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 Sonarhula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonarhula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonarhula
Where is Sonarhula located?
Sonarhula village is located in Haroa Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonarhula?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonarhula is Khasbalanda.
What is the pincode of Sonarhula?
The pincode of Sonarhula is 743425.
What is the population of Sonarhula?
Sonarhula had a total population of 265, including 134 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Sonarhula?
Sonarhula had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonarhula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonarhula was 82.17%. Male literacy was 85.34% and female literacy was 78.95%.