Sontalab - Khargone, Khargone (West Nimar)
Sontalab is a village situated in the Khargone tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Khargone, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gawsan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sontalab village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sontalab is 477566. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.75 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sontalab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargone Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sontalab
As per Census 2011, Sontalab village has a total population of 725 people, consisting of 369 males and 356 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 511 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sontalab are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 725 | 369 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 79 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 285 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 84 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Sontalab
Sontalab 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 Sontalab
Public transport in the Sontalab is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Sontalab is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sontalab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sontalab 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sontalab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sontalab village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sontalab
Where is Sontalab located?
Sontalab village is located in Khargone Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sontalab?
The Gram Panchayat of Sontalab is Gawsan.
What is the pincode of Sontalab?
The pincode of Sontalab is 451001.
What is the population of Sontalab?
Sontalab has a total population of 725, including 369 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Sontalab?
There are 145 households in Sontalab.
What is the literacy rate in Sontalab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sontalab is 70.48%. Male literacy is 77.24% and female literacy is 63.48%.