Sonthsal
About Sonthsal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sonthsal village is 316773. Sonthsal village is located in Mohammad Bazar subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.2km away from sub-district headquarter Patalnagar. Suri is the district headquarter of Sonthsal village. As per 2009 stats, Sekedda is the gram panchayat of Sonthsal village.
The total geographical area of village is 143.17 hectares. Sonthsal has a total population of 4,687 peoples, out of which male population is 2,426 while female population is 2,261. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 931 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sonthsal village is 61.60% out of which 64.76% males and 58.20% females are literate. There are about 900 houses in sonthsal village. Pincode of sonthsal village locality is 731216.
When it comes to administration, Sonthsal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sonthsal village comes under Rampurhat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency. Suri is nearest town to sonthsal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Sonthsal
The population details of Sonthsal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,687 | 2,426 | 2,261 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 747 | 401 | 346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,887 | 1,571 | 1,316 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,800 | 855 | 945 |
Connectivity of Sonthsal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonthsal
Where is Sonthsal located?
Sonthsal village is situated in Mohammad Bazar Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonthsal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonthsal is Sekedda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sonthsal?
The pincode of Sonthsal is 731216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonthsal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonthsal is 4,687, with 2,426 males and 2,261 females.
How many households are there in Sonthsal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonthsal village has a total of 900 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonthsal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonthsal is 61.60%. The male literacy rate is 64.76%, while the female literacy rate is 58.20%.