Son Basra - Sikanderpur, Ballia
Son Basra is a village situated in the Sikanderpur tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikanderpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Ranpur Katrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Son Basra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Son Basra is 198039. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.06 hectares and falls under the 277303 pincode. Sikandarpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Son Basra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Son Basra
According to the 2011 Census, Son Basra village had a total population of 512 people, including 253 males and 259 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.82%, with male literacy at 82.73% and female literacy at 56.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 512 | 253 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 33 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 182 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 71 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Son Basra
Son Basra 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 Son Basra
Public transport in the Son Basra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Son Basra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sikandarpur to Son Basra is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Son Basra is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Son Basra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Son Basra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Son Basra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Son Basra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Son Basra
Where is Son Basra located?
Son Basra village is located in Sikanderpur Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Son Basra?
The Gram Panchayat of Son Basra is Ranpur Katrai.
What is the pincode of Son Basra?
The pincode of Son Basra is 277303.
What is the population of Son Basra?
Son Basra had a total population of 512, including 253 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Son Basra?
Son Basra had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Son Basra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Son Basra was 69.82%. Male literacy was 82.73% and female literacy was 56.54%.