Sonli - Betalghat, Nainital
Sonli is a village situated in the Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Betalghat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Sonali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonli is 054627. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.21 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sonli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonli
According to the 2011 Census, Sonli village had a total population of 317 people, including 151 males and 166 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,099 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.26%, with male literacy at 93.85% and female literacy at 60.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104.
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 | 317 | 151 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 122 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 29 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Sonli
Sonli 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 Sonli
Sonli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Sonli is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Sonli is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonli
Where is Sonli located?
Sonli village is located in Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonli is Sonali.
What is the pincode of Sonli?
The pincode of Sonli is 263134.
What is the population of Sonli?
Sonli had a total population of 317, including 151 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Sonli?
Sonli had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonli was 76.26%. Male literacy was 93.85% and female literacy was 60.81%.