Sondhar

Sondhar is a village located in Jakhnidhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Jakhnidhar (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Sondhar village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Sondhar unique in its vibrant Jakhnidhar-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Sondhar’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 Sondhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sondhar is 043679. The village spans a total geographical area of 145.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249122. Tehri is nearest town to Sondhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

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

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Population of Sondhar

According to the 2011 Census, Sondhar has a total population of about 430, with approximately 178 males and 252 females. The sex ratio is around 1415 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 61 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 215 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 64.65%, with male literacy at about 76.97% and female literacy near 55.95%. There are around 96 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sondhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 430 178 252
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 61 29 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 215 90 125
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 278 137 141
Illiterate Population 152 41 111

Connectivity of Sondhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sondhar. As per the 2011 stats, Sondhar 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 Sondhar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sondhar

Where is Sondhar located?
Sondhar village is situated in Jakhnidhar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sondhar?
Sondhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sondhar?
The pincode of Sondhar is 249122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sondhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sondhar is 430, with 178 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Sondhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sondhar village has a total of 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sondhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sondhar is 64.65%. The male literacy rate is 76.97%, while the female literacy rate is 55.95%.