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.
Sonatola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawsynram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonatola
As per Census 2011, Sonatola village has a total population of 632 people, consisting of 332 males and 300 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 215 literate and 417 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonatola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 632 | 332 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| 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 has a total population of 632, including 332 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Sonatola?
There are 106 households in Sonatola.
What is the literacy rate in Sonatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonatola is 34.02%. Male literacy is 42.77% and female literacy is 24.33%.