Son
Son is a village located in Masturi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Masturi (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Son village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Son unique in its vibrant Masturi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Son’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 Son
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Son is 438939. The village spans a total geographical area of 829.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495551. Bilaspur is nearest town to Son village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Son village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Masturi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Son
Population of Son
According to the 2011 Census, Son has a total population of about 2,813, with approximately 1,383 males and 1,430 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 431 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 315. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.04%, with male literacy at about 66.02% and female literacy near 40.49%. There are around 647 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Son's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,813 | 1,383 | 1,430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 219 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 150 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 1,492 | 913 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,321 | 470 | 851 |
Connectivity of Son
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Son. As per the 2011 stats, Son had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Son
Knowing the nearby villages of Son helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Son.
Frequently Asked Questions about Son
Where is Son located?
Son village is situated in Masturi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Son?
Son serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Son?
The pincode of Son is 495551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Son as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Son is 2,813, with 1,383 males and 1,430 females.
How many households are there in Son as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Son village has a total of 647 households.
What is the literacy rate in Son as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Son is 53.04%. The male literacy rate is 66.02%, while the female literacy rate is 40.49%.