Sontalai
Sontalai is a village located in Handiya tehsil of Harda district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Handiya (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Harda. As per 2009 stats, Sontalai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sontalai unique in its vibrant Handiya-Harda 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 486830. The village spans a total geographical area of 1243.03 hectares. Harda is nearest town to Sontalai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Sontalai
Population of Sontalai
According to the 2011 Census, Sontalai has a total population of about 1,755, with approximately 907 males and 848 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 323 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 225 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 762. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.02%, with male literacy at about 58.88% and female literacy near 44.69%. There are around 352 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 | 1,755 | 907 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 169 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 124 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 762 | 394 | 368 |
| Literate Population | 913 | 534 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 373 | 469 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Handiya Tehsil, within the Harda district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sontalai?
- Sontalai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sontalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sontalai is 1,755, with 907 males and 848 females.
- How many households are there in Sontalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sontalai village has a total of 352 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sontalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontalai is 52.02%. The male literacy rate is 58.88%, while the female literacy rate is 44.69%.