Sona
Sona is a village located in Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Chanderi (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Sona village is also a gram panchayat.
Sona has its own place in the vibrant Ashoknagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sona is 500214. The village spans a total geographical area of 584 hectares. Chanderi is nearest town to Sona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sona village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sona
Population of Sona
Below is a concise population overview of Sona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 215 | 120 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 63 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 57 | 59 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sona village:
- The total population of Sona village is around 215, including approximately 120 males and 95 females, with a sex ratio of 791 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Sona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sona village has 40 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 106 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sona village is about 46.05%, with male literacy at 52.50% and female literacy at 37.89%.
- There are around 50 households in Sona village.
Connectivity of Sona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sona. As per the 2011 stats, Sona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Sona
Knowing the nearby villages of Sona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sona
- Where is Sona located?
- Sona village is situated in Chanderi Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sona?
- Sona serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sona is 215, with 120 males and 95 females.
- How many households are there in Sona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sona village has a total of 50 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sona is 46.05%. The male literacy rate is 52.50%, while the female literacy rate is 37.89%.