Sondal - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Sondal is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from Kotdwara and around 112 km from Pauri. Saundal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sondal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sondal is 048316. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.48 hectares and falls under the 246162 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Sondal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sondal
According to the 2011 Census, Sondal village had a total population of 177 people, including 66 males and 111 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,682 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.45%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 82.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 177 | 66 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 6 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 56 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 10 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Sondal
Sondal 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 Sondal
Public transport in the Sondal is mainly available through shared van 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 Kotdwara to Sondal is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Sondal is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sondal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sondal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sondal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sondal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sondal
Where is Sondal located?
Sondal village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sondal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sondal is Saundal.
What is the pincode of Sondal?
The pincode of Sondal is 246162.
What is the population of Sondal?
Sondal had a total population of 177, including 66 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Sondal?
Sondal had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sondal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sondal was 86.45%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 82.11%.