Sonala - Tharali, Chamoli
Sonala is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sunla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonala is 041701. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.9 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Sonala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonala
According to the 2011 Census, Sonala village had a total population of 250 people, including 122 males and 128 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.28%, with male literacy at 89.58% and female literacy at 67.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 250 | 122 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 86 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 36 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Sonala
Sonala 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 Sonala
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sonala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Sonala is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sonala is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonala 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonala 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 Sonala
Where is Sonala located?
Sonala village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonala?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonala is Sunla.
What is the pincode of Sonala?
The pincode of Sonala is 246481.
What is the population of Sonala?
Sonala had a total population of 250, including 122 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Sonala?
Sonala had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonala was 78.28%. Male literacy was 89.58% and female literacy was 67.65%.