Sonapetya
Sonapetya is a village located in Sahid Matangini subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Burarihat are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sonapetya village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Raghunathpur Ii is the gram panchayat of Sonapetya village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonapetya unique in its vibrant Sahid Matangini-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Sonapetya’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 Sonapetya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonapetya is 344613. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721627. Tamluk is nearest town to Sonapetya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Sonapetya
According to the 2011 Census, Sonapetya has a total population of about 1,452, with approximately 751 males and 701 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 27 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 80.23%, with male literacy at about 84.15% and female literacy near 76.03%. There are around 332 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonapetya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,452 | 751 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 80 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,165 | 632 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 119 | 168 |
Connectivity of Sonapetya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonapetya. As per the 2011 stats, Sonapetya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonapetya
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonapetya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonapetya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonapetya
- Where is Sonapetya located?
- Sonapetya village is situated in Sahid Matangini Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonapetya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonapetya is Raghunathpur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonapetya?
- The pincode of Sonapetya is 721627, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonapetya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonapetya is 1,452, with 751 males and 701 females.
- How many households are there in Sonapetya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonapetya village has a total of 332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonapetya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonapetya is 80.23%. The male literacy rate is 84.15%, while the female literacy rate is 76.03%.