Sonth - Kamalapur, Kalaburagi
Sonth is a village situated in the Kamalapur taluka of Kalaburagi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 52 km from Gulbarga and around 52 km from Gulbarga. Sonth village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonth is 620205. The village covers a total geographical area of 2466.13 hectares and falls under the 585313 pincode. Humnabad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sonth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalaburagi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonth
As per Census 2011, Sonth village has a total population of 5,377 people, consisting of 2,783 males and 2,594 females. The village has 905 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 702 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,970 literate and 2,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,377 | 2,783 | 2,594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 702 | 359 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,209 | 1,145 | 1,064 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 2,970 | 1,817 | 1,153 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,407 | 966 | 1,441 |
Nearby Villages of Sonth
Sonth is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Marmanchi | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Malsapur | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Kinnisarposh | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Patwada | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Dhorjambga | North-West | 5.06 km |
| Bhunyar[b] | East | 5.10 km |
| Marguthi | West | 5.51 km |
| Chengta | South | 5.59 km |
| Gobburwadi | North | 5.85 km |
| Kalmud | South-West | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonth
Sonth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gulbarga, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Humnabad to Sonth is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gulbarga to Sonth is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sonth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonth village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonth
Where is Sonth located?
Sonth village is located in Kamalapur Taluka, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonth?
Sonth is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonth?
The pincode of Sonth is 585313.
What is the population of Sonth?
Sonth has a total population of 5,377, including 2,783 males and 2,594 females.
How many households are there in Sonth?
There are 905 households in Sonth.
What is the literacy rate in Sonth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonth is 55.24%. Male literacy is 65.29% and female literacy is 44.45%.