Sonarber - Garbeta - III, Paschim Medinipur
Sonarber is a village situated in the Garbeta - III subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Uriasai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonarber village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonarber is 337297. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.91 hectares and falls under the 721260 pincode. C.k. Town is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sonarber village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonarber
As per Census 2011, Sonarber village has a total population of 600 people, consisting of 303 males and 297 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 332 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 579 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonarber are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 600 | 303 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 579 | 293 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 198 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 105 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Sonarber
Sonarber 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 Sonarber
Sonarber is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sonarber.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from C.k. Town to Sonarber is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonarber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonarber village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonarber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonarber village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonarber
Where is Sonarber located?
Sonarber village is located in Garbeta - III Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonarber?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonarber is Uriasai.
What is the pincode of Sonarber?
The pincode of Sonarber is 721260.
What is the population of Sonarber?
Sonarber has a total population of 600, including 303 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Sonarber?
There are 117 households in Sonarber.
What is the literacy rate in Sonarber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonarber is 55.33%. Male literacy is 65.35% and female literacy is 45.12%.