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.
Sonapur has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Sonapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonapur village:
- The total population of Sonapur village is around 1,935, including approximately 1,026 males and 909 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 248 children aged 0–6 years in Sonapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonapur village has 1,626 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 267 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonapur village is about 49.51%, with male literacy at 56.63% and female literacy at 41.47%.
- There are around 445 households in Sonapur village.
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%.