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.

Sontha has its own place in the vibrant Surendranagar 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 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.

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Population of Sontha

Below is a concise population overview of Sontha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sontha village:

  • The total population of Sontha village is around 2,016, including approximately 1,023 males and 993 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 224 children aged 0–6 years in Sontha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sontha village has 341 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sontha village is about 63.05%, with male literacy at 71.16% and female literacy at 54.68%.
  • There are around 389 households in Sontha village.

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%.