Sonarpur

Sonarpur is a village located in Budge Budge Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.3km away from sub-district headquarter Dongaria (tehsildar office) and 28.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Satgachhia is the gram panchayat of Sonarpur village.

Sonarpur has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sonarpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonarpur is 333342. The village spans a total geographical area of 54.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743318. Dakshin Raipur is nearest town to Sonarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sonarpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sonarpur

Below is a concise population overview of Sonarpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,233 626 607
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 145 72 73
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 909 470 439
Illiterate Population 324 156 168

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonarpur village:

  • The total population of Sonarpur village is around 1,233, including approximately 626 males and 607 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Sonarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Sonarpur village is about 73.72%, with male literacy at 75.08% and female literacy at 72.32%.
  • There are around 277 households in Sonarpur village.

Connectivity of Sonarpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonarpur 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 Sonarpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Sonarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonarpur.

Muchisha Bahirchara Saheb Banbagicha Chak Daulat Nadakhali Charadongaria Haori Dhanchebaria Dongaria Godakhali Baratala

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonarpur

Where is Sonarpur located?
Sonarpur village is situated in Budge Budge Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonarpur is Satgachhia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sonarpur?
The pincode of Sonarpur is 743318, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonarpur is 1,233, with 626 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Sonarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonarpur village has a total of 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonarpur is 73.72%. The male literacy rate is 75.08%, while the female literacy rate is 72.32%.