Sonowal Gaon - Sarupathar, Golaghat
Sonowal Gaon is a village situated in the Sarupathar subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarupathar and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Madhyampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonowal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonowal Gaon is 295080. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.51 hectares and falls under the 785602 pincode. Sarupathar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sonowal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonowal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Sonowal Gaon village has a total population of 246 people, consisting of 138 males and 108 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 782 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonowal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 246 | 138 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 122 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 100 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 38 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Sonowal Gaon
Sonowal Gaon 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 Sonowal Gaon
Sonowal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sarupathar to Sonowal Gaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Sonowal Gaon is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonowal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonowal Gaon 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonowal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonowal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonowal Gaon
Where is Sonowal Gaon located?
Sonowal Gaon village is located in Sarupathar Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonowal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonowal Gaon is Madhyampur.
What is the pincode of Sonowal Gaon?
The pincode of Sonowal Gaon is 785602.
What is the population of Sonowal Gaon?
Sonowal Gaon has a total population of 246, including 138 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Sonowal Gaon?
There are 50 households in Sonowal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sonowal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonowal Gaon is 64.23%. Male literacy is 72.46% and female literacy is 53.70%.