Sonar Garia - Jamalpur, Purba Bardhaman
Sonar Garia is a village situated in the Jamalpur subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.7 km from Jamalpur. Chakdighi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonar Garia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonar Garia is 320675. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.96 hectares and falls under the 713404 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sonar Garia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonar Garia
As per Census 2011, Sonar Garia village has a total population of 1,906 people, consisting of 1,001 males and 905 females. The village has 408 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,360 literate and 546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 602 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonar Garia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,906 | 1,001 | 905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 103 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 602 | 307 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,360 | 768 | 592 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 233 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Sonar Garia
Sonar Garia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Muidipur | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Nandanpur | South | 1.08 km |
| Dhap Dhara | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Bara Tikra | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Sahhosenpur | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Kubajpur | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Ujirpur | South | 2.20 km |
| Satgharia | East | 2.21 km |
| Haragobindapur | North | 2.32 km |
| Subaldaha | West | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonar Garia
Sonar Garia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Sonar Garia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonar Garia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonar Garia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonar Garia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonar Garia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonar Garia
Where is Sonar Garia located?
Sonar Garia village is located in Jamalpur Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonar Garia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonar Garia is Chakdighi.
What is the pincode of Sonar Garia?
The pincode of Sonar Garia is 713404.
What is the population of Sonar Garia?
Sonar Garia has a total population of 1,906, including 1,001 males and 905 females.
How many households are there in Sonar Garia?
There are 408 households in Sonar Garia.
What is the literacy rate in Sonar Garia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonar Garia is 71.35%. Male literacy is 76.72% and female literacy is 65.41%.