Sonapada
Sonapada is a village located in Egra I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Egra are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sonapada village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Panchrol is the gram panchayat of Sonapada village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonapada unique in its vibrant Egra I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Sonapada’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 Sonapada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonapada is 346633. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721447. Egra is nearest town to Sonapada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Sonapada
Population of Sonapada
According to the 2011 Census, Sonapada has a total population of about 455, with approximately 233 males and 222 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.80%, with male literacy at about 84.98% and female literacy near 70.27%. There are around 91 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonapada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 233 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 354 | 198 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 35 | 66 |
Connectivity of Sonapada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonapada. As per the 2011 stats, Sonapada 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 Sonapada
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonapada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonapada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonapada
- Where is Sonapada located?
- Sonapada village is situated in Egra I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonapada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonapada is Panchrol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonapada?
- The pincode of Sonapada is 721447, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonapada is 455, with 233 males and 222 females.
- How many households are there in Sonapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonapada village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonapada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonapada is 77.80%. The male literacy rate is 84.98%, while the female literacy rate is 70.27%.