Sona Chora Village - Kundhit, Jamtara
Sona Chora is a village situated in the Kundhit subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundhit and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Amladehi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sona Chora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sona Chora is 373290. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.09 hectares and falls under the 815359 pincode.
Sona Chora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sona Chora
As per Census 2011, Sona Chora village has a total population of 456 people, consisting of 234 males and 222 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sona Chora are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 234 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 170 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 64 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Sona Chora
Sona Chora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katna | South | 1.77 km |
| Patalpur | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Madarpur | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Kuralmatia | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Jaypur | East | 2.63 km |
| Rangmala | North | 2.77 km |
| Tilabad | South | 3.15 km |
| Datiarpur | North | 3.21 km |
| Bansbani | West | 3.28 km |
| Jhapdaha | South-East | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sona Chora
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sona Chora. The nearest railway station is Dubrajpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamtara to Sona Chora is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sona Chora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sona Chora 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sona Chora
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 Chora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sona Chora
Where is Sona Chora located?
Sona Chora village is located in Kundhit Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sona Chora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sona Chora is Amladehi.
What is the pincode of Sona Chora?
The pincode of Sona Chora is 815359.
What is the population of Sona Chora?
Sona Chora has a total population of 456, including 234 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Sona Chora?
There are 105 households in Sona Chora.
What is the literacy rate in Sona Chora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sona Chora is 62.06%. Male literacy is 72.65% and female literacy is 50.90%.