Sontakka

Sontakka is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kawad is the gram panchayat of Sontakka village.

Sontakka has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Sontakka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sontakka is 552545. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Sontakka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sontakka 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 Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Sontakka

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Sontakka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 818 407 411
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 96 50 46
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 575 317 258
Illiterate Population 243 90 153

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

  • The total population of Sontakka village is around 818, including approximately 407 males and 411 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 96 children aged 0–6 years in Sontakka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Sontakka village is about 70.29%, with male literacy at 77.89% and female literacy at 62.77%.
  • There are around 179 households in Sontakka village.

Connectivity of Sontakka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sontakka. As per the 2011 stats, Sontakka 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sontakka

Knowing the nearby villages of Sontakka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sontakka.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sontakka

Where is Sontakka located?
Sontakka village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sontakka?
The Gram Panchayat of Sontakka is Kawad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sontakka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sontakka is 818, with 407 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Sontakka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sontakka village has a total of 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sontakka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontakka is 70.29%. The male literacy rate is 77.89%, while the female literacy rate is 62.77%.