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.

Sontha has its own place in the vibrant Rewa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Sontha

Below is a concise population overview of Sontha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sontha village:

  • The total population of Sontha village is around 944, including approximately 489 males and 455 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 119 children aged 0–6 years in Sontha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sontha village has 403 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sontha village is about 65.15%, with male literacy at 71.78% and female literacy at 58.02%.
  • There are around 196 households in Sontha village.

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.

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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%.