Sonaojuri
Sonaojuri is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.9km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 36.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Sonaijuri is the gram panchayat of Sonaojuri village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonaojuri unique in its vibrant Kashipur-Puruliya region. You’ll see Sonaojuri’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 Sonaojuri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonaojuri is 330590. The village spans a total geographical area of 771.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723126. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Sonaojuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Sonaojuri
Population of Sonaojuri
According to the 2011 Census, Sonaojuri has a total population of about 2,624, with approximately 1,347 males and 1,277 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 307 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 833 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 758. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.02%, with male literacy at about 67.71% and female literacy near 43.70%. There are around 535 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonaojuri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,624 | 1,347 | 1,277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 141 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 833 | 421 | 412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 758 | 386 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 1,470 | 912 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,154 | 435 | 719 |
Connectivity of Sonaojuri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonaojuri. As per the 2011 stats, Sonaojuri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonaojuri
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonaojuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonaojuri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonaojuri
- Where is Sonaojuri located?
- Sonaojuri village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonaojuri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonaojuri is Sonaijuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonaojuri?
- The pincode of Sonaojuri is 723126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonaojuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonaojuri is 2,624, with 1,347 males and 1,277 females.
- How many households are there in Sonaojuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonaojuri village has a total of 535 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonaojuri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonaojuri is 56.02%. The male literacy rate is 67.71%, while the female literacy rate is 43.70%.