Sona
Sona is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 4km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Sauna is the gram panchayat of Sona village.
Here you can discover what makes Sona unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar 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 032080. The village spans a total geographical area of 359 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144514. Nawansahar is nearest town to Sona village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sona
Population of Sona
According to the 2011 Census, Sona has a total population of about 1,620, with approximately 818 males and 802 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 139 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 283 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.06%, with male literacy at about 78.61% and female literacy near 71.45%. There are around 352 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 | 1,620 | 818 | 802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 76 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 143 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,216 | 643 | 573 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 175 | 229 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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 Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sona is Sauna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sona?
- The pincode of Sona is 144514, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sona is 1,620, with 818 males and 802 females.
- How many households are there in Sona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sona village has a total of 352 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sona is 75.06%. The male literacy rate is 78.61%, while the female literacy rate is 71.45%.