Sonthi - Kundam, Jabalpur
Sonthi is a village situated in the Kundam tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundam and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Dabrakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonthi is 490448. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 482001 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Sonthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonthi
According to the 2011 Census, Sonthi village had a total population of 214 people, including 110 males and 104 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.18%, with male literacy at 71.29% and female literacy at 52.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 211.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 214 | 110 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 108 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 72 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 38 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Sonthi
Sonthi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonthi
Sonthi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Sonthi is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonthi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonthi
Where is Sonthi located?
Sonthi village is located in Kundam Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonthi is Dabrakala.
What is the pincode of Sonthi?
The pincode of Sonthi is 482001.
What is the population of Sonthi?
Sonthi had a total population of 214, including 110 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Sonthi?
Sonthi had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonthi was 62.18%. Male literacy was 71.29% and female literacy was 52.17%.