Sonabal - Mardapal, Kondagaon
Sonabal is a village situated in the Mardapal tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Kondagaon and around 68 km from Jagdalpur. Sonabal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonabal is 448766. The village covers a total geographical area of 1059.48 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sonabal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonabal
According to the 2011 Census, Sonabal village had a total population of 3,056 people, including 1,462 males and 1,594 females, living in 678 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.31%, with male literacy at 74.56% and female literacy at 47.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 273, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,434.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,056 | 1,462 | 1,594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 212 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 133 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,434 | 669 | 765 |
| Literate Population | 1,588 | 932 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,468 | 530 | 938 |
Nearby Villages of Sonabal
Sonabal 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 Sonabal
Sonabal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kondagaon to Sonabal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Sonabal is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonabal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonabal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonabal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonabal 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonabal
Where is Sonabal located?
Sonabal village is located in Mardapal Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonabal?
Sonabal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonabal?
The pincode of Sonabal is 494226.
What is the population of Sonabal?
Sonabal had a total population of 3,056, including 1,462 males and 1,594 females.
How many households are there in Sonabal?
Sonabal had 678 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonabal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonabal was 60.31%. Male literacy was 74.56% and female literacy was 47.43%.