Sonala Village - 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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonala
As per Census 2011, Sonala village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 122 males and 128 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 155 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonala are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 122 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| 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 has a total population of 250, including 122 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Sonala?
There are 50 households in Sonala.
What is the literacy rate in Sonala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonala is 62.00%. Male literacy is 70.49% and female literacy is 53.91%.