Sonpur
Sonpur is a village located in Swarupnagar subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.1km away from sub-district headquarter Swarupnagar (tehsildar office) and 56.1km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Kaijuri is the gram panchayat of Sonpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpur unique in its vibrant Swarupnagar-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Sonpur’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 Sonpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpur is 322843. The village spans a total geographical area of 70.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743427. Basirhat is nearest town to Sonpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Sonpur
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur has a total population of about 822, with approximately 433 males and 389 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.77%, with male literacy at about 61.20% and female literacy near 45.50%. There are around 183 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 822 | 433 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 48 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 117 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 442 | 265 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 168 | 212 |
Connectivity of Sonpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpur 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 Sonpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpur
- Where is Sonpur located?
- Sonpur village is situated in Swarupnagar Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Kaijuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonpur?
- The pincode of Sonpur is 743427, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpur is 822, with 433 males and 389 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpur village has a total of 183 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpur is 53.77%. The male literacy rate is 61.20%, while the female literacy rate is 45.50%.