Saonsai Tola - Ambagarh Chouki, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Saonsai Tola is a village situated in the Ambagarh Chouki tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Ambagarh Chowki and around 57 km from Rajnandgaon. Sonsaytola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saonsai Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saonsai Tola is 441579. The village covers a total geographical area of 388.44 hectares and falls under the 491668 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Saonsai Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saonsai Tola
As per Census 2011, Saonsai Tola village has a total population of 1,017 people, consisting of 498 males and 519 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 720 literate and 297 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saonsai Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,017 | 498 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 70 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 52 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 404 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 94 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Saonsai Tola
Saonsai Tola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kekti Tola | East | 1.57 km |
| Bharritola | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Kodu Tola | West | 1.94 km |
| Chikhli | North | 2.23 km |
| Hathi Kanhar | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Bhadsena | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Khursipar | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Hodi Tola | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Semharbandha | South | 3.50 km |
| Manga Tola | North-West | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saonsai Tola
Saonsai Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.8 km.
| 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Saonsai Tola is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Saonsai Tola is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saonsai Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saonsai Tola 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 Saonsai Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saonsai Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saonsai Tola
Where is Saonsai Tola located?
Saonsai Tola village is located in Ambagarh Chouki Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saonsai Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Saonsai Tola is Sonsaytola.
What is the pincode of Saonsai Tola?
The pincode of Saonsai Tola is 491668.
What is the population of Saonsai Tola?
Saonsai Tola has a total population of 1,017, including 498 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Saonsai Tola?
There are 217 households in Saonsai Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Saonsai Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saonsai Tola is 70.80%. Male literacy is 81.12% and female literacy is 60.89%.