Sonakania
Sonakania is a village located in Ramnagar Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Baisai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sonakania village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Maithana is the gram panchayat of Sonakania village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonakania unique in its vibrant Ramnagar Ii-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Sonakania’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 Sonakania
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonakania is 347031. The village spans a total geographical area of 32.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721433. Digha is nearest town to Sonakania village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Sonakania
Population of Sonakania
According to the 2011 Census, Sonakania has a total population of about 879, with approximately 440 males and 439 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 98 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 255 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 72.01%, with male literacy at about 80.68% and female literacy near 63.33%. There are around 191 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonakania's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 879 | 440 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 129 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 633 | 355 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 85 | 161 |
Connectivity of Sonakania
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonakania. As per the 2011 stats, Sonakania had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonakania
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonakania helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonakania.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonakania
- Where is Sonakania located?
- Sonakania village is situated in Ramnagar Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonakania?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonakania is Maithana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonakania?
- The pincode of Sonakania is 721433, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonakania as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonakania is 879, with 440 males and 439 females.
- How many households are there in Sonakania as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonakania village has a total of 191 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonakania as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonakania is 72.01%. The male literacy rate is 80.68%, while the female literacy rate is 63.33%.