Sonthal - Theog, Shimla
Sonthal is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Nahol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonthal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonthal is 025256. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Sonthal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonthal
According to the 2011 Census, Sonthal village had a total population of 497 people, including 245 males and 252 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.88%, with male literacy at 93.18% and female literacy at 78.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 497 | 245 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 25 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 205 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 40 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Sonthal
Sonthal 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 Sonthal
Sonthal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Sonthal is about 37 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 Sonthal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonthal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonthal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonthal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonthal
Where is Sonthal located?
Sonthal village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonthal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonthal is Nahol.
What is the pincode of Sonthal?
The pincode of Sonthal is 171201.
What is the population of Sonthal?
Sonthal had a total population of 497, including 245 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Sonthal?
Sonthal had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonthal was 85.88%. Male literacy was 93.18% and female literacy was 78.30%.