Sonagar
Sonagar is a village located in Gosaba subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.2km away from sub-district headquarter Gosaba (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Gosaba is the gram panchayat of Sonagar village.
Sonagar 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 Sonagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonagar is 335154. The village spans a total geographical area of 476.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743370. Canning is nearest town to Sonagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
Google Map of Sonagar
Population of Sonagar
Below is a concise population overview of Sonagar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonagar village:
- The total population of Sonagar village is around 3,391, including approximately 1,723 males and 1,668 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 378 children aged 0–6 years in Sonagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonagar village has 991 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 210 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonagar village is about 68.98%, with male literacy at 73.94% and female literacy at 63.85%.
- There are around 817 households in Sonagar village.
Connectivity of Sonagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonagar. As per the 2011 stats, Sonagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonagar
- Where is Sonagar located?
- Sonagar village is situated in Gosaba Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonagar is Gosaba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonagar?
- The pincode of Sonagar is 743370, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonagar is 3,391, with 1,723 males and 1,668 females.
- How many households are there in Sonagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonagar village has a total of 817 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonagar is 68.98%. The male literacy rate is 73.94%, while the female literacy rate is 63.85%.