Sontara
Sontara is a village located in Tilda tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Tilda (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Sontara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sontara unique in its vibrant Tilda-Raipur 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 444975. The village spans a total geographical area of 380.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497778. Tilda is nearest town to Sontara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Sontara
Population of Sontara
According to the 2011 Census, Sontara has a total population of about 1,084, with approximately 543 males and 541 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 149 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 459 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 65.50%, with male literacy at about 75.32% and female literacy near 55.64%. There are around 227 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 | 1,084 | 543 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 69 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 240 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 710 | 409 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 134 | 240 |
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 Tilda Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sontara?
- Sontara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sontara?
- The pincode of Sontara is 497778, 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 1,084, with 543 males and 541 females.
- How many households are there in Sontara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sontara village has a total of 227 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sontara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontara is 65.50%. The male literacy rate is 75.32%, while the female literacy rate is 55.64%.