Sonta
Sonta is a village located in Shamli tehsil of Muzaffarnagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Shamli (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Muzaffarnagar. As per 2009 stats, Sonta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonta unique in its vibrant Shamli-Muzaffarnagar region. You’ll see Sonta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sonta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonta is 110714. The village spans a total geographical area of 582 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 251301. Shamli is nearest town to Sonta village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sonta
Population of Sonta
According to the 2011 Census, Sonta has a total population of about 2,487, with approximately 1,309 males and 1,178 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 257 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 586 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.76%, with male literacy at about 78.30% and female literacy near 60.27%. There are around 473 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,487 | 1,309 | 1,178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 139 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 586 | 282 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,735 | 1,025 | 710 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 284 | 468 |
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 |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonta
- Where is Sonta located?
- Sonta village is situated in Shamli Tehsil, within the Muzaffarnagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonta?
- Sonta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonta?
- The pincode of Sonta is 251301, 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 2,487, with 1,309 males and 1,178 females.
- How many households are there in Sonta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonta village has a total of 473 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonta is 69.76%. The male literacy rate is 78.30%, while the female literacy rate is 60.27%.