Sonapur
Sonapur is a village located in Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.9km away from sub-district headquarter Itahar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Sonapur village. As per 2009 stats, Durlovpur is the gram panchayat of Sonapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonapur unique in its vibrant Itahar-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Sonapur’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 Sonapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonapur is 310137. The village spans a total geographical area of 306.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733143. Raiganj is nearest town to Sonapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Sonapur
Population of Sonapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonapur has a total population of about 1,935, with approximately 1,026 males and 909 females. The sex ratio is around 885 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 248 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,626 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 267. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.51%, with male literacy at about 56.63% and female literacy near 41.47%. There are around 445 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,935 | 1,026 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 137 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,626 | 854 | 772 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 143 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 958 | 581 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 977 | 445 | 532 |
Connectivity of Sonapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonapur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonapur
- Where is Sonapur located?
- Sonapur village is situated in Itahar Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonapur is Durlovpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonapur?
- The pincode of Sonapur is 733143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonapur is 1,935, with 1,026 males and 909 females.
- How many households are there in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonapur village has a total of 445 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonapur is 49.51%. The male literacy rate is 56.63%, while the female literacy rate is 41.47%.