Sonf - Bondkalan St, Charkhi Dadri
Sonf is a village situated in the Bondkalan St tehsil of Charkhi Dadri district, Haryana. It is located approximately 12 km from Dadri and around 25 km from Bhiwani. Sonf village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonf is 061454. The village covers a total geographical area of 495 hectares and falls under the 127309 pincode. Dadri is the nearest town.
Sonf village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonf
According to the 2011 Census, Sonf village had a total population of 1,579 people, including 843 males and 736 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.29%, with male literacy at 88.18% and female literacy at 67.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 424.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,579 | 843 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 124 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 424 | 228 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,064 | 634 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 209 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Sonf
Sonf is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonf
Sonf is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sonf.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bhiwani to Sonf is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonf
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonf village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonf
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonf village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonf
Where is Sonf located?
Sonf village is located in Bondkalan St Tehsil, Charkhi Dadri district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonf?
Sonf is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonf?
The pincode of Sonf is 127309.
What is the population of Sonf?
Sonf had a total population of 1,579, including 843 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Sonf?
Sonf had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonf?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonf was 78.29%. Male literacy was 88.18% and female literacy was 67.19%.