Sonakandi
Sonakandi is a village located in Contai Iii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Marishda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sonakandi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kusumpur is the gram panchayat of Sonakandi village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonakandi unique in its vibrant Contai Iii-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Sonakandi’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 Sonakandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonakandi is 346519. The village spans a total geographical area of 79.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721449. Contai is nearest town to Sonakandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Sonakandi
Population of Sonakandi
According to the 2011 Census, Sonakandi has a total population of about 509, with approximately 266 males and 243 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 236 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 83.69%, with male literacy at about 90.60% and female literacy near 76.13%. There are around 95 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonakandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 266 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 19 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 119 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 426 | 241 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 25 | 58 |
Connectivity of Sonakandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonakandi. As per the 2011 stats, Sonakandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonakandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonakandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonakandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonakandi
- Where is Sonakandi located?
- Sonakandi village is situated in Contai Iii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonakandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonakandi is Kusumpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonakandi?
- The pincode of Sonakandi is 721449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonakandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonakandi is 509, with 266 males and 243 females.
- How many households are there in Sonakandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonakandi village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonakandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonakandi is 83.69%. The male literacy rate is 90.60%, while the female literacy rate is 76.13%.