Sonathol - Kashipur, Purulia
Sonathol is a village situated in the Kashipur subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.5 km from Kashipur and around 48.4 km from Purulia. Sonathali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonathol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonathol is 330734. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.33 hectares and falls under the 723121 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Sonathol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonathol
According to the 2011 Census, Sonathol village had a total population of 1,586 people, including 817 males and 769 females, living in 355 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.86%, with male literacy at 84.72% and female literacy at 64.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 476.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,586 | 817 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 84 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 476 | 248 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,069 | 621 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 196 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Sonathol
Sonathol is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonathol
Public transport in the Sonathol is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sonathol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Sonathol is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Sonathol is about 48.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonathol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonathol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonathol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonathol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonathol
Where is Sonathol located?
Sonathol village is located in Kashipur Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonathol?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonathol is Sonathali.
What is the pincode of Sonathol?
The pincode of Sonathol is 723121.
What is the population of Sonathol?
Sonathol had a total population of 1,586, including 817 males and 769 females.
How many households are there in Sonathol?
Sonathol had 355 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonathol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonathol was 74.86%. Male literacy was 84.72% and female literacy was 64.46%.