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
As per Census 2011, Sonthi village has a total population of 214 people, consisting of 110 males and 104 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonthi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 214 | 110 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| 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 has a total population of 214, including 110 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Sonthi?
There are 46 households in Sonthi.
What is the literacy rate in Sonthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonthi is 56.07%. Male literacy is 65.45% and female literacy is 46.15%.