Sontoshpur
Sontoshpur is a village located in Ramkrishna Nagar subdivision of Karimganj district in Assam, India. It is situated 46km away from sub-district headquarter Ramkrishna Nagar (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Karimganj. As per 2009 stats, Gamaria is the gram panchayat of Sontoshpur village.
Sontoshpur has its own place in the vibrant Karimganj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sontoshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sontoshpur is 300654. The village spans a total geographical area of 34.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 788156. Karimganj is nearest town to Sontoshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
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Population of Sontoshpur
Below is a concise population overview of Sontoshpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 505 | 266 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 476 | 252 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 204 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 62 | 78 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sontoshpur village:
- The total population of Sontoshpur village is around 505, including approximately 266 males and 239 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Sontoshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sontoshpur village has 476 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sontoshpur village is about 72.28%, with male literacy at 76.69% and female literacy at 67.36%.
- There are around 95 households in Sontoshpur village.
Connectivity of Sontoshpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sontoshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sontoshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sontoshpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sontoshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sontoshpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sontoshpur
- Where is Sontoshpur located?
- Sontoshpur village is situated in Ramkrishna Nagar Subdivision, within the Karimganj district of Assam, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sontoshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sontoshpur is Gamaria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sontoshpur?
- The pincode of Sontoshpur is 788156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sontoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sontoshpur is 505, with 266 males and 239 females.
- How many households are there in Sontoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sontoshpur village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sontoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontoshpur is 72.28%. The male literacy rate is 76.69%, while the female literacy rate is 67.36%.