Soniakon

Soniakon is a village located in Garbeta Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.9km away from sub-district headquarter Garbeta . Midnapur is the district headquarter of Soniakon village. As per 2009 stats, Piyasala is the gram panchayat of Soniakon village.

Soniakon 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 Soniakon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Soniakon is 336766. The village spans a total geographical area of 137.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721121. Gorhbeta is nearest town to Soniakon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, Soniakon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Garbeta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Soniakon

Below is a concise population overview of Soniakon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,237 629 608
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 118 57 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) 470 234 236
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 967 518 449
Illiterate Population 270 111 159

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Soniakon village:

  • The total population of Soniakon village is around 1,237, including approximately 629 males and 608 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Soniakon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Soniakon village has 470 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Soniakon village is about 78.17%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 73.85%.
  • There are around 257 households in Soniakon village.

Connectivity of Soniakon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Soniakon. As per the 2011 stats, Soniakon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Soniakon

Knowing the nearby villages of Soniakon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Soniakon.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Soniakon

Where is Soniakon located?
Soniakon village is situated in Garbeta Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soniakon?
The Gram Panchayat of Soniakon is Piyasala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Soniakon?
The pincode of Soniakon is 721121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Soniakon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Soniakon is 1,237, with 629 males and 608 females.
How many households are there in Soniakon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Soniakon village has a total of 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soniakon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Soniakon is 78.17%. The male literacy rate is 82.35%, while the female literacy rate is 73.85%.