Sonagar - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Sonagar is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.2 km from Gosaba and around 98 km from Alipore. Gosaba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonagar is 335154. The village covers a total geographical area of 476.47 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Sonagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonagar
As per Census 2011, Sonagar village has a total population of 3,391 people, consisting of 1,723 males and 1,668 females. The village has 817 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 378 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,339 literate and 1,052 illiterate residents. Additionally, 991 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 210 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,391 | 1,723 | 1,668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 378 | 201 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 991 | 507 | 484 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 103 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 2,339 | 1,274 | 1,065 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,052 | 449 | 603 |
Nearby Villages of Sonagar
Sonagar 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 Sonagar
Sonagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Sonagar is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sonagar is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonagar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sonagar
Where is Sonagar located?
Sonagar village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonagar is Gosaba.
What is the pincode of Sonagar?
The pincode of Sonagar is 743370.
What is the population of Sonagar?
Sonagar has a total population of 3,391, including 1,723 males and 1,668 females.
How many households are there in Sonagar?
There are 817 households in Sonagar.
What is the literacy rate in Sonagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonagar is 68.98%. Male literacy is 73.94% and female literacy is 63.85%.