Sona Khali - Daspur - II, Paschim Medinipur
Sona Khali is a village situated in the Daspur - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Gochhati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sona Khali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sona Khali is 337970. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.46 hectares and falls under the 721146 pincode. Ghatal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sona Khali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sona Khali
As per Census 2011, Sona Khali village has a total population of 2,014 people, consisting of 1,008 males and 1,006 females. The village has 437 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,544 literate and 470 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sona Khali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,014 | 1,008 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 112 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 132 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,544 | 816 | 728 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 192 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Sona Khali
Sona Khali 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 Khali
Sona Khali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatal to Sona Khali is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sona Khali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sona Khali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sona Khali
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 Khali 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 Khali
Where is Sona Khali located?
Sona Khali village is located in Daspur - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sona Khali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sona Khali is Gochhati.
What is the pincode of Sona Khali?
The pincode of Sona Khali is 721146.
What is the population of Sona Khali?
Sona Khali has a total population of 2,014, including 1,008 males and 1,006 females.
How many households are there in Sona Khali?
There are 437 households in Sona Khali.
What is the literacy rate in Sona Khali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sona Khali is 76.66%. Male literacy is 80.95% and female literacy is 72.37%.