Sonitpur, located in the state of Assam, India, is a historically significant district and city. This article offers a comprehensive overview of Sonitpur, including its population, demographic details, household data, administrative structure, and a detailed list of its subdivisions or sub-districts. Explore the key facts and figures that make Sonitpur a vital part of Assam.

Sonitpur District overview

District Name: Sonitpur

District Code: 301

State / UT: Assam

State / UT Code: 18

Total Area: 5204 /km²

Total Population: 1924110

Population Density: 369.74 /km² (people per km²)

Total Villages: 1798

Sonitpur is one of the key districts in Assam, covering an area of 5204 /km² with a total population of 1924110 as per the latest census. With a population density of 369.74 /km² (people per squar km), Sonitpur is home to 1798 villages, reflecting its rich cultural and demographic diversity.

Population of Sonitpur District

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonitpur District is approximately 1924110, with a division between rural and urban areas. The rural population stands at 1750265, while the urban population is 173845. The district has a population density of 369.74 /km² (people per square kilometer).

Rural Urban Total
Total   1750265   173845   1924110  
Male   894985   88919   983904  
Female   855280   84926   940206  

Household of Sonitpur District

Sonitpur District is home to approximately 392919 households, with a large proportion located in rural areas. The district has an average household size of 4.90 people.

Type Households
Total   392919  
Rural   352647  
Urban   40272  

Total Villages in Sonitpur District

In Sonitpur District, villages are categorized based on their population size. Here’s a breakdown of the number of villages within each population range:

Total Population Villages
less than 200   251  
200-499   419  
500-999   528  
1000-1999   421  
2000-4999   168  
5000-9999   8  
10000 and above   3  

List of Subdivisions in Sonitpur District

Sonitpur District is administratively divided into 4 Subdivisions or tehsils to streamline governance and ensure efficient management. Each tehsil is overseen by a Tehsildar, who manages revenue administration and maintains law and order within the subdivision.

District Area (km²) Population (2011) Density (/km²)
Chariduar   1000.33   343749   343.63  
Dhekiajuli (Pt)   1191.73   470018   394.4  
Tezpur   546.69   282032   515.89  
Thelamara   3287469   1210854977   382