Sonbala - Baramkela, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Sonbala is a village situated in the Baramkela tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 26 km from Baramkela and around 76 km from Raigarh. Ghoghara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonbala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonbala is 435790. The village covers a total geographical area of 572.7 hectares and falls under the 496551 pincode. Sohela (odisa) is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sonbala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonbala
As per Census 2011, Sonbala village has a total population of 870 people, consisting of 417 males and 453 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 533 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 556 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonbala are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sonbala
Sonbala 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 Sonbala
Sonbala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sohela (odisa) to Sonbala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Sonbala is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonbala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonbala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonbala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonbala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonbala
Where is Sonbala located?
Sonbala village is located in Baramkela Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonbala?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonbala is Ghoghara.
What is the pincode of Sonbala?
The pincode of Sonbala is 496551.
What is the population of Sonbala?
Sonbala has a total population of 870, including 417 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Sonbala?
There are 226 households in Sonbala.
What is the literacy rate in Sonbala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonbala is 61.26%. Male literacy is 70.26% and female literacy is 52.98%.