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
As per Census 2011, Sonthal village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 245 males and 252 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 371 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonthal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 245 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 25 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| 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 has a total population of 497, including 245 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Sonthal?
There are 91 households in Sonthal.
What is the literacy rate in Sonthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonthal is 74.65%. Male literacy is 83.67% and female literacy is 65.87%.