Sonajuri - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Sonajuri is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from Dalu and around 65 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonajuri is 274314. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Sonajuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonajuri
According to the 2011 Census, Sonajuri village had a total population of 97 people, including 50 males and 47 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.67%, with male literacy at 73.53% and female literacy at 53.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 25 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Sonajuri
Sonajuri 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 Sonajuri
Sonajuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sonajuri is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonajuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonajuri 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sonajuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonajuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonajuri
Where is Sonajuri located?
Sonajuri village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sonajuri?
The pincode of Sonajuri is 794103.
What is the population of Sonajuri?
Sonajuri had a total population of 97, including 50 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Sonajuri?
Sonajuri had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonajuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonajuri was 62.67%. Male literacy was 73.53% and female literacy was 53.66%.