Sonada Station --- --- Sonada station was opened in February 1881. Locals say that lots of Himalayan bears used to come to this area. Sonada is also well known for the Salesian College. Sonada is a congested town and a small trade center. You will pass by the Sonada market area before reaching the train station. There are numerous small shops on the road side including clothing stores, shoe stores, food stalls and even small cyber cafes.