Sontoshpur - Ramkrishna Nagar, Sribhumi
Sontoshpur is a village situated in the Ramkrishna Nagar subdivision of Sribhumi district, Assam. It is located approximately 46 km from Ramkrishna Nagar and around 46 km from Karimganj. Gamaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sontoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sontoshpur is 300654. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.68 hectares and falls under the 788156 pincode. Karimganj is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Sontoshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratabari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karimganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sontoshpur
As per Census 2011, Sontoshpur village has a total population of 505 people, consisting of 266 males and 239 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 476 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sontoshpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sontoshpur
Sontoshpur 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 Sontoshpur
Sontoshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sontoshpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karimganj to Sontoshpur is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sontoshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sontoshpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sontoshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sontoshpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sontoshpur
Where is Sontoshpur located?
Sontoshpur village is located in Ramkrishna Nagar Subdivision, Sribhumi district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sontoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sontoshpur is Gamaria.
What is the pincode of Sontoshpur?
The pincode of Sontoshpur is 788156.
What is the population of Sontoshpur?
Sontoshpur has a total population of 505, including 266 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Sontoshpur?
There are 95 households in Sontoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sontoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sontoshpur is 72.28%. Male literacy is 76.69% and female literacy is 67.36%.