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.
Here you can discover what makes Sona unique in its vibrant Chanderi-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Sona’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Sona has a total population of about 215, with approximately 120 males and 95 females. The sex ratio is around 791 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 30 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 40 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 106. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.05%, with male literacy at about 52.50% and female literacy near 37.89%. There are around 50 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sona's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.