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.

Sontara has its own place in the vibrant Raipur 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 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.

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Population of Sontara

Below is a concise population overview of Sontara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sontara village:

  • The total population of Sontara village is around 1,084, including approximately 543 males and 541 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 149 children aged 0–6 years in Sontara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sontara village has 459 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sontara village is about 65.50%, with male literacy at 75.32% and female literacy at 55.64%.
  • There are around 227 households in Sontara village.

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%.