Sona Chikoo - Rajpora, Pulwama
Sona Chikoo is a village situated in the Rajpora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Pulwama and around 10 km from Pulwama. Gulshanabad serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sona Chikoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sona Chikoo is 003198. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.2 hectares and falls under the 193306 pincode. Pulwama is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sona Chikoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sona Chikoo
According to the 2011 Census, Sona Chikoo village had a total population of 271 people, including 126 males and 145 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,151 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.73%, with male literacy at 74.76% and female literacy at 61.54%.
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 | 271 | 126 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 49 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Sona Chikoo
Sona Chikoo 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 Chikoo
Sona Chikoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sona Chikoo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pulwama to Sona Chikoo is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sona Chikoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sona Chikoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sona Chikoo
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 Chikoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sona Chikoo
Where is Sona Chikoo located?
Sona Chikoo village is located in Rajpora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sona Chikoo?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sona Chikoo is Gulshanabad.
What is the pincode of Sona Chikoo?
The pincode of Sona Chikoo is 193306.
What is the population of Sona Chikoo?
Sona Chikoo had a total population of 271, including 126 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Sona Chikoo?
Sona Chikoo had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sona Chikoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sona Chikoo was 67.73%. Male literacy was 74.76% and female literacy was 61.54%.