Sontyam
Sontyam is a village located in Anandapuram mandal of Visakhapatnam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Anandapuram (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Visakhapatnam. As per 2009 stats, Sontyam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sontyam unique in its vibrant Anandapuram-Visakhapatnam region. You’ll see Sontyam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sontyam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sontyam is 586096. The village spans a total geographical area of 825 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 531173. Bheemunipatnam is nearest town to Sontyam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Sontyam
Population of Sontyam
According to the 2011 Census, Sontyam has a total population of about 4,386, with approximately 2,163 males and 2,223 females. The sex ratio is around 1027 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 444 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 121 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.67%, with male literacy at about 62.09% and female literacy near 45.48%. There are around 1,088 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sontyam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,386 | 2,163 | 2,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 444 | 225 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 63 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,354 | 1,343 | 1,011 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,032 | 820 | 1,212 |
Connectivity of Sontyam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sontyam. As per the 2011 stats, Sontyam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sontyam
Knowing the nearby villages of Sontyam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sontyam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sontyam
- Where is Sontyam located?
- Sontyam village is situated in Anandapuram Mandal, within the Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sontyam?
- Sontyam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sontyam?
- The pincode of Sontyam is 531173, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sontyam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sontyam is 4,386, with 2,163 males and 2,223 females.
- How many households are there in Sontyam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sontyam village has a total of 1,088 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sontyam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontyam is 53.67%. The male literacy rate is 62.09%, while the female literacy rate is 45.48%.