Sona - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Sona is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Sona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sona is 500214. The village covers a total geographical area of 584 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sona
As per Census 2011, Sona village has a total population of 215 people, consisting of 120 males and 95 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 791 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sona are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sona
Sona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umariya Chanderi | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Mala Kheda | West | 1.85 km |
| Bhatija | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Kanawata | South | 3.03 km |
| Bari | North | 3.29 km |
| Bajana | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Deokani | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Behati | West | 4.65 km |
| Barana | South | 5.17 km |
| Khagal | South-West | 6.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sona
Public transport in the Sona is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jakhalaun, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 138.0 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 Chanderi to Sona is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Sona is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sona
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sona
Where is Sona located?
Sona village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sona?
Sona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sona?
The pincode of Sona is 473446.
What is the population of Sona?
Sona has a total population of 215, including 120 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Sona?
There are 50 households in Sona.
What is the literacy rate in Sona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sona is 46.05%. Male literacy is 52.50% and female literacy is 37.89%.