Sukhtala - Sonai, Cachar
Sukhtala is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 382 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Bhubandhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukhtala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukhtala is 299603. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.32 hectares and falls under the 788114 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Sukhtala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukhtala
As per Census 2011, Sukhtala village has a total population of 2,852 people, consisting of 1,452 males and 1,400 females. The village has 622 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 607 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,009 literate and 843 illiterate residents. Additionally, 425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sukhtala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,852 | 1,452 | 1,400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 607 | 279 | 328 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 425 | 207 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,009 | 1,088 | 921 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 364 | 479 |
Nearby Villages of Sukhtala
Sukhtala 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 Sukhtala
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sukhtala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Silchar to Sukhtala is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Sukhtala is about 37 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 Sukhtala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukhtala 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 Sukhtala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukhtala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sukhtala
Where is Sukhtala located?
Sukhtala village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukhtala?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukhtala is Bhubandhar.
What is the pincode of Sukhtala?
The pincode of Sukhtala is 788114.
What is the population of Sukhtala?
Sukhtala has a total population of 2,852, including 1,452 males and 1,400 females.
How many households are there in Sukhtala?
There are 622 households in Sukhtala.
What is the literacy rate in Sukhtala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukhtala is 70.44%. Male literacy is 74.93% and female literacy is 65.79%.