Sontalai
Sontalai is a village located in Patan tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Simeriya Jaraund is the gram panchayat of Sontalai village.
Here you can discover what makes Sontalai unique in its vibrant Patan-Jabalpur 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 489508. The village spans a total geographical area of 110.73 hectares. Patan is nearest town to Sontalai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km 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 Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jabalpur 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sontalai has a total population of about 308, with approximately 160 males and 148 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 34 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 42 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.62%, with male literacy at about 82.50% and female literacy near 70.27%. There are around 66 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 |
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Total Population | 308 | 160 | 148 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
Literate Population | 236 | 132 | 104 |
Illiterate Population | 72 | 28 | 44 |
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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 Patan Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sontalai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sontalai is Simeriya Jaraund (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 308, with 160 males and 148 females.
- How many households are there in Sontalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sontalai village has a total of 66 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sontalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontalai is 76.62%. The male literacy rate is 82.50%, while the female literacy rate is 70.27%.