Sonamukhi
Sonamukhi is a village located in Jamboni subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jamboni are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sonamukhi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chilkigarh is the gram panchayat of Sonamukhi village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonamukhi unique in its vibrant Jamboni-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Sonamukhi’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 Sonamukhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonamukhi is 340287. The village spans a total geographical area of 134.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721503. Jhargram is nearest town to Sonamukhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sonamukhi
Population of Sonamukhi
According to the 2011 Census, Sonamukhi has a total population of about 251, with approximately 129 males and 122 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 29 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.33%, with male literacy at about 74.42% and female literacy near 59.84%. There are around 56 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonamukhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 251 | 129 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 96 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 33 | 49 |
Connectivity of Sonamukhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonamukhi. As per the 2011 stats, Sonamukhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonamukhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonamukhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonamukhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonamukhi
- Where is Sonamukhi located?
- Sonamukhi village is situated in Jamboni Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonamukhi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonamukhi is Chilkigarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonamukhi?
- The pincode of Sonamukhi is 721503, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonamukhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonamukhi is 251, with 129 males and 122 females.
- How many households are there in Sonamukhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonamukhi village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonamukhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonamukhi is 67.33%. The male literacy rate is 74.42%, while the female literacy rate is 59.84%.