Sontarai - Sitapur, Surguja
Sontarai is a village situated in the Sitapur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitapur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Sontarai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sontarai is 433453. The village covers a total geographical area of 697.99 hectares and falls under the 497111 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sontarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sontarai
As per Census 2011, Sontarai village has a total population of 2,430 people, consisting of 1,131 males and 1,299 females. The village has 585 households and a sex ratio of 1,148 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,498 literate and 932 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,582 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sontarai are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sontarai
Sontarai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Amatoli | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Bamlaya | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Bhawradand | East | 2.79 km |
| Soor | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Deogarh | West | 3.31 km |
| Raikera | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Karabel | North | 3.92 km |
| Dhelsara | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Murta | East | 4.18 km |
| Khadadorna | East | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sontarai
Sontarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Sontarai is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Sontarai is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sontarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sontarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sontarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sontarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sontarai
Where is Sontarai located?
Sontarai village is located in Sitapur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sontarai?
Sontarai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sontarai?
The pincode of Sontarai is 497111.
What is the population of Sontarai?
Sontarai has a total population of 2,430, including 1,131 males and 1,299 females.
How many households are there in Sontarai?
There are 585 households in Sontarai.
What is the literacy rate in Sontarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sontarai is 61.65%. Male literacy is 69.14% and female literacy is 55.12%.