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.
Here you can discover what makes Sonagar unique in its vibrant Gosaba-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Sonagar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Sonagar has a total population of about 3,391, with approximately 1,723 males and 1,668 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 378 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 991 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 210. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.98%, with male literacy at about 73.94% and female literacy near 63.85%. There are around 817 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.