Sona - Kanpur, Kanpur Nagar
Sona is a village situated in the Kanpur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanpur Sadar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Sona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sona is 150363. The village covers a total geographical area of 736.33 hectares and falls under the 209305 pincode. Kanpur is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Bithoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sona
As per Census 2011, Sona village has a total population of 4,788 people, consisting of 2,516 males and 2,272 females. The village has 912 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 684 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,806 literate and 1,982 illiterate residents. Additionally, 902 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,788 | 2,516 | 2,272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 684 | 376 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 902 | 480 | 422 |
| Literate Population | 2,806 | 1,666 | 1,140 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,982 | 850 | 1,132 |
Nearby Villages of Sona
Sona is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Khas | East | 2.12 km |
| Garhi Kanpur | North | 2.38 km |
| Bhairam Pur | South | 2.44 km |
| Kaindha | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Sujanpur | North | 3.11 km |
| Rampur Bhimsen | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Singhpur Kathar | North-East | 3.72 km |
| Bhailamau | North | 3.77 km |
| Patehuri | East | 4.13 km |
| Chhitepur | North | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sona
Sona is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhimsen, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.1 km.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanpur to Sona is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Sona is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sona
Where is Sona located?
Sona village is located in Kanpur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar 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 209305.
What is the population of Sona?
Sona has a total population of 4,788, including 2,516 males and 2,272 females.
How many households are there in Sona?
There are 912 households in Sona.
What is the literacy rate in Sona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sona is 58.60%. Male literacy is 66.22% and female literacy is 50.18%.