Sona Chura
Sona Chura is a village located in Nandigram I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Nandigram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sona Chura village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sonachura is the gram panchayat of Sona Chura village.
Sona Chura has its own place in the vibrant Purba 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 Sona Chura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sona Chura is 345849. The village spans a total geographical area of 431.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721646. Haldia is nearest town to Sona Chura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sona Chura
Population of Sona Chura
Below is a concise population overview of Sona Chura 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 | 5,736 | 2,974 | 2,762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 736 | 389 | 347 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,663 | 1,407 | 1,256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,239 | 2,344 | 1,895 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,497 | 630 | 867 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sona Chura village:
- The total population of Sona Chura village is around 5,736, including approximately 2,974 males and 2,762 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 736 children aged 0–6 years in Sona Chura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sona Chura village has 2,663 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sona Chura village is about 73.90%, with male literacy at 78.82% and female literacy at 68.61%.
- There are around 1,095 households in Sona Chura village.
Connectivity of Sona Chura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sona Chura. As per the 2011 stats, Sona Chura 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sona Chura
Knowing the nearby villages of Sona Chura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sona Chura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sona Chura
- Where is Sona Chura located?
- Sona Chura village is situated in Nandigram I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sona Chura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sona Chura is Sonachura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sona Chura?
- The pincode of Sona Chura is 721646, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sona Chura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sona Chura is 5,736, with 2,974 males and 2,762 females.
- How many households are there in Sona Chura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sona Chura village has a total of 1,095 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sona Chura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sona Chura is 73.90%. The male literacy rate is 78.82%, while the female literacy rate is 68.61%.