Sontarai
Sontarai is a village located in Udaypur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Udaipur (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Sontarai village is also a gram panchayat.
Sontarai has its own place in the vibrant Surguja 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 Sontarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sontarai is 433184. The village spans a total geographical area of 386.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Ambikapur is nearest town to Sontarai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
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Population of Sontarai
Below is a concise population overview of Sontarai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 763 | 382 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 52 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 468 | 234 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 231 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 151 | 234 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sontarai village:
- The total population of Sontarai village is around 763, including approximately 382 males and 381 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Sontarai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sontarai village has 57 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 468 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sontarai village is about 49.54%, with male literacy at 60.47% and female literacy at 38.58%.
- There are around 151 households in Sontarai village.
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 Udaypur 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 497116, 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 763, with 382 males and 381 females.
- How many households are there in Sontarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sontarai village has a total of 151 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sontarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontarai is 49.54%. The male literacy rate is 60.47%, while the female literacy rate is 38.58%.