Sons - Lawalaung, Chatra
Sons is a village situated in the Lawalaung subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lawalaung and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Hedum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sons village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sons is 348639. The village covers a total geographical area of 511 hectares and falls under the 825103 pincode. Chatra is the nearest town.
Sons village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sons
As per Census 2011, Sons village has a total population of 385 people, consisting of 204 males and 181 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sons are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 385 | 204 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 116 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 99 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 105 | 119 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ori | North | 1.37 km |
| Bahagara | West | 1.69 km |
| Jojbari | North | 2.08 km |
| Tundag | South | 2.31 km |
| Haphua | East | 2.35 km |
| Gothai | East | 2.81 km |
| Kurumdari | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Kuti Rangania | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Konchi | West | 3.26 km |
| Kalyanpur | North-West | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sons
Public transport in the Sons is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tori, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Sons is about 28 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sons
Where is Sons located?
Sons village is located in Lawalaung Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sons?
The Gram Panchayat of Sons is Hedum.
What is the pincode of Sons?
The pincode of Sons is 825103.
What is the population of Sons?
Sons has a total population of 385, including 204 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Sons?
There are 67 households in Sons.
What is the literacy rate in Sons?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sons is 41.82%. Male literacy is 48.53% and female literacy is 34.25%.