Sontalai
Sontalai is a village located in Amla tehsil of Betul district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Amla (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Betul. As per 2009 stats, Tirmahu is the gram panchayat of Sontalai village.
Here you can discover what makes Sontalai unique in its vibrant Amla-Betul region. You’ll see Sontalai’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 Sontalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sontalai is 486462. The village spans a total geographical area of 419.82 hectares. Amla is nearest town to Sontalai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Sontalai
Population of Sontalai
According to the 2011 Census, Sontalai has a total population of about 1,094, with approximately 567 males and 527 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 151 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 59 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 121. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.45%, with male literacy at about 74.07% and female literacy near 56.17%. There are around 234 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sontalai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,094 | 567 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 78 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 63 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 420 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 147 | 231 |
Connectivity of Sontalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sontalai. As per the 2011 stats, Sontalai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sontalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Sontalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sontalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sontalai
- Where is Sontalai located?
- Sontalai village is situated in Amla Tehsil, within the Betul district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sontalai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sontalai is Tirmahu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sontalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sontalai is 1,094, with 567 males and 527 females.
- How many households are there in Sontalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sontalai village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sontalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontalai is 65.45%. The male literacy rate is 74.07%, while the female literacy rate is 56.17%.