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.
Sonamukhi 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 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.
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Population of Sonamukhi
Below is a concise population overview of Sonamukhi 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonamukhi village:
- The total population of Sonamukhi village is around 251, including approximately 129 males and 122 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Sonamukhi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonamukhi village has 11 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonamukhi village is about 67.33%, with male literacy at 74.42% and female literacy at 59.84%.
- There are around 56 households in Sonamukhi village.
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%.