Sontha - Chuda, Surendranagar
Sontha is a village situated in the Chuda taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chuda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Sontha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sontha is 512530. The village covers a total geographical area of 1017.18 hectares and falls under the 363410 pincode. Dhandhuka is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Sontha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sontha
As per Census 2011, Sontha village has a total population of 2,016 people, consisting of 1,023 males and 993 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,271 literate and 745 illiterate residents. Additionally, 341 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sontha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,016 | 1,023 | 993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 121 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 341 | 173 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 1,271 | 728 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 745 | 295 | 450 |
Nearby Villages of Sontha
Sontha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sontha
Public transport in the Sontha is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhandhuka to Sontha is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Sontha is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sontha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sontha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sontha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sontha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sontha
Where is Sontha located?
Sontha village is located in Chuda Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sontha?
Sontha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sontha?
The pincode of Sontha is 363410.
What is the population of Sontha?
Sontha has a total population of 2,016, including 1,023 males and 993 females.
How many households are there in Sontha?
There are 389 households in Sontha.
What is the literacy rate in Sontha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sontha is 63.05%. Male literacy is 71.16% and female literacy is 54.68%.