Sona
Sona is a village located in Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Saidpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Ghazipur. As per 2009 stats, Kukura is the gram panchayat of Sona village.
Here you can discover what makes Sona unique in its vibrant Saidpur-Ghazipur 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 204110. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.01 hectares. Gazipur is nearest town to Sona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Sona
Population of Sona
According to the 2011 Census, Sona has a total population of about 517, with approximately 258 males and 259 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 357 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 51.26%, with male literacy at about 58.53% and female literacy near 44.02%. There are around 84 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 | 517 | 258 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 187 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 265 | 151 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 107 | 145 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ 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 Saidpur Tehsil, within the Ghazipur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sona is Kukura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sona is 517, with 258 males and 259 females.
- How many households are there in Sona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sona village has a total of 84 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sona is 51.26%. The male literacy rate is 58.53%, while the female literacy rate is 44.02%.