Saona - Lalganj, Pratapgarh
Saona is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Mahmadpure Charpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saona is 157906. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.61 hectares and falls under the 230139 pincode. Pratapgarh is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Saona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saona
As per Census 2011, Saona village has a total population of 613 people, consisting of 328 males and 285 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 354 literate and 259 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 613 | 328 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 74 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 217 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 111 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Saona
Saona 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 Saona
Saona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pratapgarh to Saona is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pratapgarh to Saona is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saona
Where is Saona located?
Saona village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saona?
The Gram Panchayat of Saona is Mahmadpure Charpura.
What is the pincode of Saona?
The pincode of Saona is 230139.
What is the population of Saona?
Saona has a total population of 613, including 328 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Saona?
There are 100 households in Saona.
What is the literacy rate in Saona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saona is 57.75%. Male literacy is 66.16% and female literacy is 48.07%.