Sonakara
Sonakara is a village located in Midnapore subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Midnapore are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sonakara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Monidaha is the gram panchayat of Sonakara village.
Sonakara 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 Sonakara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonakara is 339297. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721102. Midnapur is nearest town to Sonakara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
As per 2019 stats, Sonakara village comes under Medinipur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Sonakara
Below is a concise population overview of Sonakara 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 | 365 | 191 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 152 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 39 | 65 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonakara village:
- The total population of Sonakara village is around 365, including approximately 191 males and 174 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Sonakara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonakara village has 71 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 36 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonakara village is about 71.51%, with male literacy at 79.58% and female literacy at 62.64%.
- There are around 78 households in Sonakara village.
Connectivity of Sonakara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonakara. As per the 2011 stats, Sonakara 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 Sonakara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonakara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonakara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonakara
- Where is Sonakara located?
- Sonakara village is situated in Midnapore Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonakara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonakara is Monidaha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonakara?
- The pincode of Sonakara is 721102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonakara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonakara is 365, with 191 males and 174 females.
- How many households are there in Sonakara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonakara village has a total of 78 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonakara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonakara is 71.51%. The male literacy rate is 79.58%, while the female literacy rate is 62.64%.