Sonakania
Sonakania is a village located in Dantan I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sonakania village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Angua is the gram panchayat of Sonakania village.
Sonakania has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sonakania
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonakania is 343841. The village spans a total geographical area of 200.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721459. Kgp is nearest town to Sonakania village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
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Population of Sonakania
Below is a concise population overview of Sonakania as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,848 | 930 | 918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 122 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 105 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 1,230 | 669 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 261 | 357 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonakania village:
- The total population of Sonakania village is around 1,848, including approximately 930 males and 918 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 228 children aged 0–6 years in Sonakania village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonakania village has 94 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 220 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonakania village is about 66.56%, with male literacy at 71.94% and female literacy at 61.11%.
- There are around 399 households in Sonakania village.
Connectivity of Sonakania
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonakania. As per the 2011 stats, Sonakania had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonakania
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonakania helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonakania.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonakania
- Where is Sonakania located?
- Sonakania village is situated in Dantan I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonakania?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonakania is Angua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonakania?
- The pincode of Sonakania is 721459, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonakania as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonakania is 1,848, with 930 males and 918 females.
- How many households are there in Sonakania as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonakania village has a total of 399 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonakania as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonakania is 66.56%. The male literacy rate is 71.94%, while the female literacy rate is 61.11%.