Sontar
Sontar is a village located in Goharganj tehsil of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Goharganj (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Raisen. As per 2009 stats, Kamton Kansiya is the gram panchayat of Sontar village.
Here you can discover what makes Sontar unique in its vibrant Goharganj-Raisen region. You’ll see Sontar’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 Sontar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sontar is 484415. The village spans a total geographical area of 1669 hectares. Obedullaganj is nearest town to Sontar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Sontar
Population of Sontar
According to the 2011 Census, Sontar has a total population of about 1,005, with approximately 525 males and 480 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 176 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 25 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 911. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.20%, with male literacy at about 50.67% and female literacy near 28.75%. There are around 200 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sontar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,005 | 525 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 87 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 911 | 478 | 433 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 266 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 259 | 342 |
Connectivity of Sontar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sontar. As per the 2011 stats, Sontar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sontar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sontar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sontar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sontar
- Where is Sontar located?
- Sontar village is situated in Goharganj Tehsil, within the Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sontar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sontar is Kamton Kansiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sontar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sontar is 1,005, with 525 males and 480 females.
- How many households are there in Sontar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sontar village has a total of 200 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sontar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontar is 40.20%. The male literacy rate is 50.67%, while the female literacy rate is 28.75%.