Sontha - Gurh, Rewa
Sontha is a village situated in the Gurh tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Sontha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sontha is 467525. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.76 hectares and falls under the 486553 pincode. Gurh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sontha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sontha
As per Census 2011, Sontha village has a total population of 944 people, consisting of 489 males and 455 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 615 literate and 329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 403 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sontha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 944 | 489 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 209 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 351 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 138 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Sontha
Sontha 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 Sontha
Sontha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gurh to Sontha is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Sontha is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sontha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sontha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sontha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sontha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sontha
Where is Sontha located?
Sontha village is located in Gurh Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sontha?
Sontha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sontha?
The pincode of Sontha is 486553.
What is the population of Sontha?
Sontha has a total population of 944, including 489 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Sontha?
There are 196 households in Sontha.
What is the literacy rate in Sontha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sontha is 65.15%. Male literacy is 71.78% and female literacy is 58.02%.