Son Piper - Gola Gokaran Nath, Kheri
Son Piper is a village situated in the Gola Gokaran Nath tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola Gokaran Nath and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Sonpiper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Son Piper village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Son Piper is 135437. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.42 hectares and falls under the 262901 pincode. Kheri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Son Piper village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gola gokrannath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Son Piper
As per Census 2011, Son Piper village has a total population of 1,918 people, consisting of 1,040 males and 878 females. The village has 393 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 816 illiterate residents. Additionally, 271 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Son Piper are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,918 | 1,040 | 878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 147 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 137 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 710 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 330 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Son Piper
Son Piper 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bibipur | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Tirkaulia | South | 1.87 km |
| Sonakhurd | South | 2.12 km |
| Padariya Tilak Pur | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Ratana Pur | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Bhan Pur | North | 2.52 km |
| Itkuti | East | 2.60 km |
| Bahadur Nagar | South | 3.25 km |
| Garhaiya | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Mahesh Pur | West | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Son Piper
Son Piper 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 Bhira Kheri, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kheri to Son Piper is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kheri to Son Piper 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 Son Piper
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Son Piper village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Son Piper
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 Piper 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 Son Piper
Where is Son Piper located?
Son Piper village is located in Gola Gokaran Nath Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Son Piper?
The Gram Panchayat of Son Piper is Sonpiper.
What is the pincode of Son Piper?
The pincode of Son Piper is 262901.
What is the population of Son Piper?
Son Piper has a total population of 1,918, including 1,040 males and 878 females.
How many households are there in Son Piper?
There are 393 households in Son Piper.
What is the literacy rate in Son Piper?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Son Piper is 57.46%. Male literacy is 68.27% and female literacy is 44.65%.