Sonaria - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Sonaria is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from Dongaria and around 28.4 km from Alipore. Naskarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonaria is 333381. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.38 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sonaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonaria
As per Census 2011, Sonaria village has a total population of 2,506 people, consisting of 1,279 males and 1,227 females. The village has 598 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,749 literate and 757 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,506 | 1,279 | 1,227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 122 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 1,749 | 948 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 757 | 331 | 426 |
Nearby Villages of Sonaria
Sonaria 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 Sonaria
Sonaria 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dakshin Raipur to Sonaria is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sonaria is about 28.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonaria
Where is Sonaria located?
Sonaria village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonaria is Naskarpur.
What is the pincode of Sonaria?
The pincode of Sonaria is 743318.
What is the population of Sonaria?
Sonaria has a total population of 2,506, including 1,279 males and 1,227 females.
How many households are there in Sonaria?
There are 598 households in Sonaria.
What is the literacy rate in Sonaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonaria is 69.79%. Male literacy is 74.12% and female literacy is 65.28%.