Sontara
Sontara is a village located in Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Bodla (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kawardha. As per 2009 stats, Magrwada is the gram panchayat of Sontara village.
Here you can discover what makes Sontara unique in its vibrant Bodla-Kabeerdham region. You’ll see Sontara’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 Sontara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sontara is 439271. The village spans a total geographical area of 175.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491995. Bodla is nearest town to Sontara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Sontara
Population of Sontara
According to the 2011 Census, Sontara has a total population of about 303, with approximately 153 males and 150 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 55 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 210. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.85%, with male literacy at about 59.48% and female literacy near 36.00%. There are around 71 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sontara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 303 | 153 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 109 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 91 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 62 | 96 |
Connectivity of Sontara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sontara. As per the 2011 stats, Sontara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sontara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sontara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sontara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sontara
- Where is Sontara located?
- Sontara village is situated in Bodla Tehsil, within the Kabeerdham district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sontara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sontara is Magrwada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sontara?
- The pincode of Sontara is 491995, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sontara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sontara is 303, with 153 males and 150 females.
- How many households are there in Sontara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sontara village has a total of 71 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sontara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontara is 47.85%. The male literacy rate is 59.48%, while the female literacy rate is 36.00%.