Sonthawari
Sonthawari is a village located in Chhapara tehsil of Seoni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dungaria Chhapara (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Seoni. As per 2009 stats, Mandwa is the gram panchayat of Sonthawari village.
Sonthawari has its own place in the vibrant Seoni 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 Sonthawari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonthawari is 496093. The village spans a total geographical area of 127 hectares. Lakhnadon is nearest town to Sonthawari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonthawari village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Seoni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonthawari
Population of Sonthawari
Below is a concise population overview of Sonthawari as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 239 | 119 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 113 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 61 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 58 | 74 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonthawari village:
- The total population of Sonthawari village is around 239, including approximately 119 males and 120 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Sonthawari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonthawari village has 227 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonthawari village is about 44.77%, with male literacy at 51.26% and female literacy at 38.33%.
- There are around 56 households in Sonthawari village.
Connectivity of Sonthawari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonthawari. As per the 2011 stats, Sonthawari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonthawari
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonthawari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonthawari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonthawari
- Where is Sonthawari located?
- Sonthawari village is situated in Chhapara Tehsil, within the Seoni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonthawari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonthawari is Mandwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonthawari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonthawari is 239, with 119 males and 120 females.
- How many households are there in Sonthawari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonthawari village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonthawari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonthawari is 44.77%. The male literacy rate is 51.26%, while the female literacy rate is 38.33%.