Sonthal
About Sonthal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sonthal village is 025256. Sonthal village is located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 37km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Sonthal village. As per 2009 stats, Dharech is the gram panchayat of Sonthal village.
The total geographical area of village is 192 hectares. Sonthal has a total population of 497 peoples, out of which male population is 245 while female population is 252. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1028 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sonthal village is 74.65% out of which 83.67% males and 65.87% females are literate. There are about 91 houses in sonthal village. Pincode of sonthal village locality is 171209.
When it comes to administration, Sonthal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sonthal village comes under Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Theog is nearest town to sonthal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sonthal
The population details of Sonthal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 245 | 252 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 65 | 25 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 371 | 205 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 40 | 86 |
Connectivity of Sonthal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonthal
Where is Sonthal located?
Sonthal village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonthal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonthal is Dharech (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sonthal?
The pincode of Sonthal is 171209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonthal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonthal is 497, with 245 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Sonthal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonthal village has a total of 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonthal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonthal is 74.65%. The male literacy rate is 83.67%, while the female literacy rate is 65.87%.