Sonabil - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Sonabil is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from Betasing and around 34 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonabil is 273668. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonabil
According to the 2011 Census, Sonabil village had a total population of 345 people, including 181 males and 164 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.32%, with male literacy at 75.68% and female literacy at 72.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 343.
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 | 345 | 181 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 33 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 181 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 112 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 69 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Sonabil
Sonabil 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 Sonabil
Public transport in the Sonabil is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Sonabil is about 34 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 Sonabil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonabil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sonabil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonabil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sonabil
Where is Sonabil located?
Sonabil village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sonabil?
The pincode of Sonabil is 794105.
What is the population of Sonabil?
Sonabil had a total population of 345, including 181 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Sonabil?
Sonabil had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonabil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonabil was 74.32%. Male literacy was 75.68% and female literacy was 72.97%.