Sonti - Baraut, Baghpat
Sonti is a village situated in the Baraut tehsil of Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraut and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Baghpat. Sothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonti is 119263. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.77 hectares and falls under the 250623 pincode.
Sonti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhaprauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baghpat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonti
According to the 2011 Census, Sonti village had a total population of 1,626 people, including 856 males and 770 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.24%, with male literacy at 78.51% and female literacy at 42.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,626 | 856 | 770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 116 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 77 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 869 | 581 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 757 | 275 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Sonti
Sonti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukandpur | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Soop | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Rajpur | South | 2.75 km |
| Rathaura | West | 2.79 km |
| Ramala | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Kirthal | North | 3.28 km |
| Silana | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Biral | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Kishanpur | East | 4.45 km |
| Mirpur | North-West | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonti
Sonti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhudpur, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghpat to Sonti is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonti
Where is Sonti located?
Sonti village is located in Baraut Tehsil, Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonti?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonti is Sothi.
What is the pincode of Sonti?
The pincode of Sonti is 250623.
What is the population of Sonti?
Sonti had a total population of 1,626, including 856 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Sonti?
Sonti had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonti was 61.24%. Male literacy was 78.51% and female literacy was 42.42%.