Sonthsal

Sonthsal is a village 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.

Sonthsal has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum 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 Sonthsal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonthsal is 316773. The village spans a total geographical area of 143.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731216. Suri is nearest town to Sonthsal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sonthsal 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 Rampurhat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Birbhum 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 Sonthsal

Below is a concise population overview of Sonthsal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,687 2,426 2,261
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 747 401 346
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 11 5 6
Literate Population 2,887 1,571 1,316
Illiterate Population 1,800 855 945

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

  • The total population of Sonthsal village is around 4,687, including approximately 2,426 males and 2,261 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 747 children aged 0–6 years in Sonthsal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonthsal village has 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonthsal village is about 61.60%, with male literacy at 64.76% and female literacy at 58.20%.
  • There are around 900 households in Sonthsal village.

Connectivity of Sonthsal

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

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

Gopalpur Chandpur Paschim Kalikapur Kapasdanga Alinagar Darkata Dighalgram Bara Bataspur Baluti Sekeddaha Mallikpur

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%.