Sontarai
Sontarai is a village located in Sitapur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Sitapur (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Sontarai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sontarai unique in its vibrant Sitapur-Surguja region. You’ll see Sontarai’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 Sontarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sontarai is 433453. The village spans a total geographical area of 697.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497111. Sitapur is nearest town to Sontarai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Sontarai
Population of Sontarai
According to the 2011 Census, Sontarai has a total population of about 2,430, with approximately 1,131 males and 1,299 females. The sex ratio is around 1148 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 328 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 195 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,582. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.65%, with male literacy at about 69.14% and female literacy near 55.12%. There are around 585 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sontarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,430 | 1,131 | 1,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 152 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 90 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,582 | 732 | 850 |
| Literate Population | 1,498 | 782 | 716 |
| Illiterate Population | 932 | 349 | 583 |
Connectivity of Sontarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sontarai. As per the 2011 stats, Sontarai 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sontarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Sontarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sontarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sontarai
- Where is Sontarai located?
- Sontarai village is situated in Sitapur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sontarai?
- Sontarai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sontarai?
- The pincode of Sontarai is 497111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sontarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sontarai is 2,430, with 1,131 males and 1,299 females.
- How many households are there in Sontarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sontarai village has a total of 585 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sontarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontarai is 61.65%. The male literacy rate is 69.14%, while the female literacy rate is 55.12%.