Sontha
Sontha is a village located in Chuda taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Chuda (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Sontha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sontha unique in its vibrant Chuda-Surendranagar region. You’ll see Sontha’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 Sontha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sontha is 512530. The village spans a total geographical area of 1017.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363415. Dhandhuka is nearest town to Sontha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sontha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sontha
Population of Sontha
According to the 2011 Census, Sontha has a total population of about 2,016, with approximately 1,023 males and 993 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 224 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 341 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.05%, with male literacy at about 71.16% and female literacy near 54.68%. There are around 389 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sontha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,016 | 1,023 | 993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 121 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 341 | 173 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,271 | 728 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 745 | 295 | 450 |
Connectivity of Sontha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sontha. As per the 2011 stats, Sontha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sontha
Knowing the nearby villages of Sontha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sontha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sontha
- Where is Sontha located?
- Sontha village is situated in Chuda Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sontha?
- Sontha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sontha?
- The pincode of Sontha is 363415, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sontha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sontha is 2,016, with 1,023 males and 993 females.
- How many households are there in Sontha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sontha village has a total of 389 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sontha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontha is 63.05%. The male literacy rate is 71.16%, while the female literacy rate is 54.68%.