Sonthi
Sonthi is a village located in Chitapur taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 53km away from sub-district headquarter Chitapur (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Sannti is the gram panchayat of Sonthi village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonthi unique in its vibrant Chitapur-Gulbarga region. You’ll see Sonthi’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 Sonthi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonthi is 620708. The village spans a total geographical area of 1244.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585218. Wadi is nearest town to Sonthi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonthi 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 Chittapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonthi
Population of Sonthi
According to the 2011 Census, Sonthi has a total population of about 1,934, with approximately 969 males and 965 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 346 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 317 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.50%, with male literacy at about 43.14% and female literacy near 29.84%. There are around 332 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonthi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,934 | 969 | 965 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 188 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 159 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 706 | 418 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,228 | 551 | 677 |
Connectivity of Sonthi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonthi. As per the 2011 stats, Sonthi 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 Sonthi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonthi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonthi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonthi
- Where is Sonthi located?
- Sonthi village is situated in Chitapur Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonthi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonthi is Sannti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonthi?
- The pincode of Sonthi is 585218, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonthi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonthi is 1,934, with 969 males and 965 females.
- How many households are there in Sonthi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonthi village has a total of 332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonthi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonthi is 36.50%. The male literacy rate is 43.14%, while the female literacy rate is 29.84%.