Sonoli - Ambagarh Chouki, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Sonoli is a village situated in the Ambagarh Chouki tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from Ambagarh Chowki and around 73 km from Rajnandgaon. Dodke serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonoli is 441685. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.59 hectares and falls under the 491668 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Sonoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonoli
As per Census 2011, Sonoli village has a total population of 103 people, consisting of 54 males and 49 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 22 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Sonoli
Sonoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belarpur | South | 1.19 km |
| Dodke | North | 1.81 km |
| Chamru Tola | East | 1.91 km |
| Bicharpur | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Jade Tola | South | 2.35 km |
| Thakur Bandha | West | 2.70 km |
| Dani Tola | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Chorpani | East | 2.98 km |
| Khairi | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Kuturghoda | South-East | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonoli
Sonoli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Sonoli is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Sonoli is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonoli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonoli
Where is Sonoli located?
Sonoli village is located in Ambagarh Chouki Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonoli is Dodke.
What is the pincode of Sonoli?
The pincode of Sonoli is 491668.
What is the population of Sonoli?
Sonoli has a total population of 103, including 54 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Sonoli?
There are 26 households in Sonoli.
What is the literacy rate in Sonoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonoli is 55.34%. Male literacy is 59.26% and female literacy is 51.02%.