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.
Sondhar has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal 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 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.
Google Map of Sondhar
Population of Sondhar
Below is a concise population overview of Sondhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sondhar village:
- The total population of Sondhar village is around 430, including approximately 178 males and 252 females, with a sex ratio of 1415 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 61 children aged 0–6 years in Sondhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sondhar village has 215 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sondhar village is about 64.65%, with male literacy at 76.97% and female literacy at 55.95%.
- There are around 96 households in Sondhar village.
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%.