Sanotha - Saho, Chamba
Sanotha is a village situated in the Saho tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Chamba. Ghagharota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanotha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanotha is 008006. The village covers a total geographical area of 1219.31 hectares and falls under the 176314 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Sanotha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanotha
According to the 2011 Census, Sanotha village had a total population of 406 people, including 204 males and 202 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.37%, with male literacy at 63.58% and female literacy at 41.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 333.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 406 | 204 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 31 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 333 | 173 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 110 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 94 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Sanotha
Sanotha 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 Sanotha
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sanotha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chamba to Sanotha is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanotha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanotha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sanotha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanotha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sanotha
Where is Sanotha located?
Sanotha village is located in Saho Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanotha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanotha is Ghagharota.
What is the pincode of Sanotha?
The pincode of Sanotha is 176314.
What is the population of Sanotha?
Sanotha had a total population of 406, including 204 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Sanotha?
Sanotha had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanotha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanotha was 53.37%. Male literacy was 63.58% and female literacy was 41.83%.