Sonpur - Bhangar - II, South 24 Parganas
Sonpur is a village situated in the Bhangar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.9 km from Bhangar and around 60.4 km from Alipore. Shanpukur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpur is 333748. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.52 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Dum Dum is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sonpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur village had a total population of 3,323 people, including 1,693 males and 1,630 females, living in 673 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.20%, with male literacy at 67.24% and female literacy at 65.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 3,323 | 1,693 | 1,630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 492 | 243 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,874 | 975 | 899 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,449 | 718 | 731 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur
Sonpur 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 Sonpur
Sonpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dum Dum to Sonpur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sonpur is about 60.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sonpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonpur
Where is Sonpur located?
Sonpur village is located in Bhangar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Shanpukur.
What is the pincode of Sonpur?
The pincode of Sonpur is 743502.
What is the population of Sonpur?
Sonpur had a total population of 3,323, including 1,693 males and 1,630 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur?
Sonpur had 673 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpur was 66.20%. Male literacy was 67.24% and female literacy was 65.10%.