Sauntar
Sauntar is a village located in Muhra subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Muhra (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Sewtar is the gram panchayat of Sauntar village.
Here you can discover what makes Sauntar unique in its vibrant Muhra-Gaya region. You’ll see Sauntar’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 Sauntar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sauntar is 255164. The village spans a total geographical area of 379 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Sauntar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
Google Map of Sauntar
Population of Sauntar
According to the 2011 Census, Sauntar has a total population of about 6,070, with approximately 3,151 males and 2,919 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,054 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,507 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.06%, with male literacy at about 62.36% and female literacy near 43.03%. There are around 996 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sauntar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,070 | 3,151 | 2,919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,054 | 554 | 500 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,507 | 766 | 741 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,221 | 1,965 | 1,256 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,849 | 1,186 | 1,663 |
Connectivity of Sauntar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sauntar. As per the 2011 stats, Sauntar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sauntar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sauntar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sauntar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sauntar
- Where is Sauntar located?
- Sauntar village is situated in Muhra Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sauntar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sauntar is Sewtar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sauntar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sauntar is 6,070, with 3,151 males and 2,919 females.
- How many households are there in Sauntar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sauntar village has a total of 996 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sauntar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sauntar is 53.06%. The male literacy rate is 62.36%, while the female literacy rate is 43.03%.