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.
Here you can discover what makes Sonbala unique in its vibrant Baramkela-Raigarh region. You’ll see Sonbala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Sonbala has a total population of about 870, with approximately 417 males and 453 females. The sex ratio is around 1086 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 556. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.26%, with male literacy at about 70.26% and female literacy near 52.98%. There are around 226 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonbala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.