Sona Sandha - Gadraroad, Barmer
Sona Sandha is a village situated in the Gadraroad tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 115 km from Sheo and around 115 km from Barmer. Jaisindhar Station serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sona Sandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sona Sandha is 086632. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.6 hectares and falls under the 344501 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Sona Sandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sona Sandha
According to the 2011 Census, Sona Sandha village had a total population of 302 people, including 153 males and 149 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.17%, with male literacy at 73.73% and female literacy at 46.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 272.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 153 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 137 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 87 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 66 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Sona Sandha
Sona Sandha 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 Sona Sandha
Sona Sandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sona Sandha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Sona Sandha is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sona Sandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sona Sandha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sona Sandha
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 Sandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sona Sandha
Where is Sona Sandha located?
Sona Sandha village is located in Gadraroad Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sona Sandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sona Sandha is Jaisindhar Station.
What is the pincode of Sona Sandha?
The pincode of Sona Sandha is 344501.
What is the population of Sona Sandha?
Sona Sandha had a total population of 302, including 153 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Sona Sandha?
Sona Sandha had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sona Sandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sona Sandha was 60.17%. Male literacy was 73.73% and female literacy was 46.02%.