Sontalai
Sontalai is a village located in Itarsi tehsil of Hoshangabad district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Itarsi (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Hoshangabad. As per 2009 stats, Sontalai village is also a gram panchayat.
Sontalai has its own place in the vibrant Hoshangabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sontalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sontalai is 487330. The village spans a total geographical area of 892.8 hectares. Itarsi is nearest town to Sontalai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sontalai 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 Sohagpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sontalai
Population of Sontalai
Below is a concise population overview of Sontalai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,517 | 1,302 | 1,215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 395 | 191 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 118 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 502 | 238 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 1,555 | 925 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 962 | 377 | 585 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sontalai village:
- The total population of Sontalai village is around 2,517, including approximately 1,302 males and 1,215 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 395 children aged 0–6 years in Sontalai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sontalai village has 220 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 502 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sontalai village is about 61.78%, with male literacy at 71.04% and female literacy at 51.85%.
- There are around 519 households in Sontalai village.
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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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 Itarsi Tehsil, within the Hoshangabad 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 2,517, with 1,302 males and 1,215 females.
- How many households are there in Sontalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sontalai village has a total of 519 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sontalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontalai is 61.78%. The male literacy rate is 71.04%, while the female literacy rate is 51.85%.