Sonakara
Sonakara is a village located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Salbani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sonakara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Karnagarh is the gram panchayat of Sonakara village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonakara unique in its vibrant Salbani-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Sonakara’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 Sonakara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonakara is 338901. The village spans a total geographical area of 182 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721129. Midnapur is nearest town to Sonakara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
As per 2019 stats, Sonakara village comes under Medinipur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Sonakara
Population of Sonakara
According to the 2011 Census, Sonakara has a total population of about 1,173, with approximately 582 males and 591 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 600 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.25%, with male literacy at about 54.47% and female literacy near 42.13%. There are around 252 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonakara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,173 | 582 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 76 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 600 | 286 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 566 | 317 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 265 | 342 |
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 Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonakara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonakara is Karnagarh (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 721129, 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 1,173, with 582 males and 591 females.
- How many households are there in Sonakara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonakara village has a total of 252 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonakara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonakara is 48.25%. The male literacy rate is 54.47%, while the female literacy rate is 42.13%.