Sonbala
Sonbala is a village located in Baramkela tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Baramkela (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Ghoghara is the gram panchayat of Sonbala village.
Sonbala has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sonbala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonbala is 435790. The village spans a total geographical area of 572.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496551. Sohela (odisa) is nearest town to Sonbala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonbala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonbala
Population of Sonbala
Below is a concise population overview of Sonbala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 870 | 417 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 556 | 262 | 294 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 293 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 124 | 213 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonbala village:
- The total population of Sonbala village is around 870, including approximately 417 males and 453 females, with a sex ratio of 1086 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Sonbala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonbala village has 65 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 556 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonbala village is about 61.26%, with male literacy at 70.26% and female literacy at 52.98%.
- There are around 226 households in Sonbala village.
Connectivity of Sonbala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonbala. As per the 2011 stats, Sonbala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonbala
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonbala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonbala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonbala
- Where is Sonbala located?
- Sonbala village is situated in Baramkela Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonbala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonbala is Ghoghara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonbala?
- The pincode of Sonbala is 496551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonbala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonbala is 870, with 417 males and 453 females.
- How many households are there in Sonbala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonbala village has a total of 226 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonbala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonbala is 61.26%. The male literacy rate is 70.26%, while the female literacy rate is 52.98%.