Sone Sarad - Kirnapur, Balaghat
Sone Sarad is a village situated in the Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kirnapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Pipalgaon Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sone Sarad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sone Sarad is 497962. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.36 hectares and falls under the 481222 pincode. Gondia is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sone Sarad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sone Sarad
As per Census 2011, Sone Sarad village has a total population of 780 people, consisting of 378 males and 402 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 418 literate and 362 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sone Sarad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 780 | 378 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 235 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 143 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Sone Sarad
Sone Sarad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sone Sarad
Sone Sarad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sone Sarad has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondia to Sone Sarad is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Sone Sarad is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sone Sarad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sone Sarad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sone Sarad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sone Sarad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sone Sarad
Where is Sone Sarad located?
Sone Sarad village is located in Kirnapur Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sone Sarad?
The Gram Panchayat of Sone Sarad is Pipalgaon Khurd.
What is the pincode of Sone Sarad?
The pincode of Sone Sarad is 481222.
What is the population of Sone Sarad?
Sone Sarad has a total population of 780, including 378 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Sone Sarad?
There are 147 households in Sone Sarad.
What is the literacy rate in Sone Sarad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sone Sarad is 53.59%. Male literacy is 62.17% and female literacy is 45.52%.