Sonatola - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Sonatola is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 64 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonatola is 278731. The village falls under the 793106 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mawsynram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonatola
According to the 2011 Census, Sonatola village had a total population of 632 people, including 332 males and 300 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.74%, with male literacy at 53.58% and female literacy at 30.67%.
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 | 632 | 332 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 142 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 190 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Sonatola
Sonatola 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 Sonatola
Public transport in the Sonatola is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Shillong to Sonatola is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonatola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonatola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonatola
Where is Sonatola located?
Sonatola village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sonatola?
The pincode of Sonatola is 793106.
What is the population of Sonatola?
Sonatola had a total population of 632, including 332 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Sonatola?
Sonatola had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonatola was 42.74%. Male literacy was 53.58% and female literacy was 30.67%.