Son - Govardhan, Mathura
Son is a village situated in the Govardhan tehsil of Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Mathura and around 20 km from Mathura. Son village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Son is 124259. The village covers a total geographical area of 616.51 hectares and falls under the 281123 pincode. Mathura is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Son village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goverdhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Son
As per Census 2011, Son village has a total population of 2,943 people, consisting of 1,552 males and 1,391 females. The village has 482 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,929 literate and 1,014 illiterate residents. Additionally, 409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Son are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,943 | 1,552 | 1,391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 222 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 212 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 1,929 | 1,197 | 732 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,014 | 355 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Son
Son 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Senha | East | 1.79 km |
| Dhakpura | West | 1.96 km |
| Lalpur | North | 2.46 km |
| Magorra | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Chak Sawant | North | 3.38 km |
| Palidungara | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Sonoth Shumali | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Umari | East | 3.69 km |
| Kosi Khurd | East | 3.75 km |
| Nagla Sawant | North | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Son
Son is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Churaman Nagri, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.2 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 Mathura to Son is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Son
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Son village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Son
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Son
Where is Son located?
Son village is located in Govardhan Tehsil, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Son?
Son is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Son?
The pincode of Son is 281123.
What is the population of Son?
Son has a total population of 2,943, including 1,552 males and 1,391 females.
How many households are there in Son?
There are 482 households in Son.
What is the literacy rate in Son?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Son is 65.55%. Male literacy is 77.13% and female literacy is 52.62%.