Sons - Pondi(Bachra), Korea
Sons is a village situated in the Pondi(Bachra) tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from Khadganva and around 29 km from Baikunthpur. Sons village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sons is 431795. The village covers a total geographical area of 675.23 hectares and falls under the 497449 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Sons village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sons
As per Census 2011, Sons village has a total population of 1,966 people, consisting of 945 males and 1,021 females. The village has 423 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,010 literate and 956 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,737 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sons are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,966 | 945 | 1,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 157 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,737 | 838 | 899 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 561 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 956 | 384 | 572 |
Nearby Villages of Sons
Sons is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Patma | South | 2.75 km |
| Korchadand | East | 3.90 km |
| Chirmi | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Dobhapani | North-East | 4.64 km |
| Jampani | North-East | 4.77 km |
| Padita | South | 5.05 km |
| Khandhaura | East | 5.57 km |
| Telaidhar | East | 5.66 km |
| Gadhtar | North-West | 6.08 km |
| Mudijhariya | North | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sons
Sons is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chirmiri, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baikunthpur to Sons is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sons
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sons village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sons
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sons village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sons
Where is Sons located?
Sons village is located in Pondi(Bachra) Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sons?
Sons is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sons?
The pincode of Sons is 497449.
What is the population of Sons?
Sons has a total population of 1,966, including 945 males and 1,021 females.
How many households are there in Sons?
There are 423 households in Sons.
What is the literacy rate in Sons?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sons is 51.37%. Male literacy is 59.37% and female literacy is 43.98%.