Sonta

Sonta is a village located in Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpura (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Patiala. As per 2009 stats, Saunta is the gram panchayat of Sonta village.

Sonta has its own place in the vibrant Patiala 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 Sonta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonta is 036844. The village spans a total geographical area of 318 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140702. Ambala is nearest town to Sonta village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sonta

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 859 447 412
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 116 64 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 235 118 117
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 537 310 227
Illiterate Population 322 137 185

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

  • The total population of Sonta village is around 859, including approximately 447 males and 412 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Sonta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonta village has 235 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sonta village is about 62.51%, with male literacy at 69.35% and female literacy at 55.10%.
  • There are around 162 households in Sonta village.

Connectivity of Sonta

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

Nearby Villages of Sonta

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

Sarala Kalan Kamalpur Kapuri Jharwan Taharpur Rampur Mahrian Naraingarh Dharamgarh Dakhli Lohsimbli Jabo Majra Jamaitgarh

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonta

Where is Sonta located?
Sonta village is situated in Rajpura Tehsil, within the Patiala district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonta?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonta is Saunta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sonta?
The pincode of Sonta is 140702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonta is 859, with 447 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Sonta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonta village has a total of 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonta is 62.51%. The male literacy rate is 69.35%, while the female literacy rate is 55.10%.