Sona Khurd - Kandaghat, Solan
Sona Khurd is a village situated in the Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Sakori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sona Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sona Khurd is 022446. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.34 hectares and falls under the 173215 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Sona Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sona Khurd
As per Census 2011, Sona Khurd village has a total population of 55 people, consisting of 29 males and 26 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 9 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sona Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Sona Khurd
Sona Khurd 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 Sona Khurd
Sona Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Solan to Sona Khurd is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sona Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sona Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sona Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sona Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sona Khurd
Where is Sona Khurd located?
Sona Khurd village is located in Kandaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sona Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Sona Khurd is Sakori.
What is the pincode of Sona Khurd?
The pincode of Sona Khurd is 173215.
What is the population of Sona Khurd?
Sona Khurd has a total population of 55, including 29 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Sona Khurd?
There are 8 households in Sona Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Sona Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sona Khurd is 83.64%. Male literacy is 82.76% and female literacy is 84.62%.