Sontala
Sontala is a village located in Tamulpur subdivision of Baksa district in Assam, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Guwahati (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Mushalpur.
Here you can discover what makes Sontala unique in its vibrant Tamulpur-Baksa region. You’ll see Sontala’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 Sontala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sontala is 304776. The village spans a total geographical area of 228.22 hectares. Rangia is nearest town to Sontala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Sontala
Population of Sontala
According to the 2011 Census, Sontala has a total population of about 1,565, with approximately 816 males and 749 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 166 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 35 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,441. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.91%, with male literacy at about 61.64% and female literacy near 49.67%. There are around 282 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sontala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,565 | 816 | 749 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 100 | 66 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,441 | 751 | 690 |
Literate Population | 875 | 503 | 372 |
Illiterate Population | 690 | 313 | 377 |
Connectivity of Sontala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sontala. As per the 2011 stats, Sontala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sontala
Knowing the nearby villages of Sontala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sontala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sontala
- Where is Sontala located?
- Sontala village is situated in Tamulpur Subdivision, within the Baksa district of Assam, India.
- What is the population of Sontala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sontala is 1,565, with 816 males and 749 females.
- How many households are there in Sontala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sontala village has a total of 282 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sontala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontala is 55.91%. The male literacy rate is 61.64%, while the female literacy rate is 49.67%.