Sona - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Sona is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidpur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Sona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sona is 204145. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.01 hectares and falls under the 233307 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saidpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sona
As per Census 2011, Sona village has a total population of 3,543 people, consisting of 1,692 males and 1,851 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 621 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,967 literate and 1,576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 962 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,543 | 1,692 | 1,851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 621 | 325 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 962 | 478 | 484 |
| Literate Population | 1,967 | 1,087 | 880 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,576 | 605 | 971 |
Nearby Villages of Sona
Sona 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
Sona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ghazipur to Sona is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Sona is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sona
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sona
Where is Sona located?
Sona village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sona?
Sona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sona?
The pincode of Sona is 233307.
What is the population of Sona?
Sona has a total population of 3,543, including 1,692 males and 1,851 females.
How many households are there in Sona?
There are 518 households in Sona.
What is the literacy rate in Sona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sona is 55.52%. Male literacy is 64.24% and female literacy is 47.54%.