Sonarpur - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Sonarpur is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.3 km from Dongaria and around 28.2 km from Alipore. Satgachhia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonarpur is 333342. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.94 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sonarpur 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 Sonarpur
As per Census 2011, Sonarpur village has a total population of 1,233 people, consisting of 626 males and 607 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 909 literate and 324 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,233 | 626 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 909 | 470 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 156 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Sonarpur
Sonarpur 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 Sonarpur
Public transport in the Sonarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sonarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dakshin Raipur to Sonarpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sonarpur is about 28.2 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 Sonarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonarpur 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 Sonarpur
Where is Sonarpur located?
Sonarpur village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonarpur is Satgachhia.
What is the pincode of Sonarpur?
The pincode of Sonarpur is 743318.
What is the population of Sonarpur?
Sonarpur has a total population of 1,233, including 626 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Sonarpur?
There are 277 households in Sonarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sonarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonarpur is 73.72%. Male literacy is 75.08% and female literacy is 72.32%.