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.
Here you can discover what makes Sontarai unique in its vibrant Udaypur-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 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.
Google Map of Sontarai
Population of Sontarai
According to the 2011 Census, Sontarai has a total population of about 763, with approximately 382 males and 381 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 57 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 468. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.54%, with male literacy at about 60.47% and female literacy near 38.58%. There are around 151 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 | 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 |
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%.