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.

Sonta has its own place in the vibrant Muzaffarnagar 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 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.

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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 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

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

  • The total population of Sonta village is around 2,487, including approximately 1,309 males and 1,178 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 257 children aged 0–6 years in Sonta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonta village has 586 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sonta village is about 69.76%, with male literacy at 78.30% and female literacy at 60.27%.
  • There are around 473 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
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.

Karaunda Butrada Khanpur Jamalpur Nagli Kasampur Bhanera Jat Kanjer Heri Bhanju Bhikki Deh Goharpur Kudana

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%.