Sontha
Sontha is a village located in Gurh tehsil of Rewa district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gurh (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Rewa. As per 2009 stats, Sontha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sontha unique in its vibrant Gurh-Rewa region. You’ll see Sontha’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 Sontha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sontha is 467525. The village spans a total geographical area of 183.76 hectares. Gurh is nearest town to Sontha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Sontha
Population of Sontha
According to the 2011 Census, Sontha has a total population of about 944, with approximately 489 males and 455 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 403 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.15%, with male literacy at about 71.78% and female literacy near 58.02%. There are around 196 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sontha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 944 | 489 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 209 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 615 | 351 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 138 | 191 |
Connectivity of Sontha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sontha. As per the 2011 stats, Sontha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sontha
Knowing the nearby villages of Sontha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sontha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sontha
- Where is Sontha located?
- Sontha village is situated in Gurh Tehsil, within the Rewa district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sontha?
- Sontha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sontha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sontha is 944, with 489 males and 455 females.
- How many households are there in Sontha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sontha village has a total of 196 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sontha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontha is 65.15%. The male literacy rate is 71.78%, while the female literacy rate is 58.02%.