Sontoshpur
Sontoshpur is a village located in Budge Budge I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.2km away from sub-district headquarter Bara Nischintapur (tehsildar office) and 15.9km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Chingripota is the gram panchayat of Sontoshpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sontoshpur unique in its vibrant Budge Budge I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Sontoshpur’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 Sontoshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sontoshpur is 333308. The village spans a total geographical area of 146.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 700140. Maheshtala is nearest town to Sontoshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sontoshpur
Population of Sontoshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sontoshpur has a total population of about 2,808, with approximately 1,445 males and 1,363 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 899 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.64%, with male literacy at about 77.58% and female literacy near 71.53%. There are around 710 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sontoshpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,808 | 1,445 | 1,363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 128 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 899 | 458 | 441 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,096 | 1,121 | 975 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 324 | 388 |
Connectivity of Sontoshpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sontoshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sontoshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sontoshpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sontoshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sontoshpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sontoshpur
- Where is Sontoshpur located?
- Sontoshpur village is situated in Budge Budge I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sontoshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sontoshpur is Chingripota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sontoshpur?
- The pincode of Sontoshpur is 700140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sontoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sontoshpur is 2,808, with 1,445 males and 1,363 females.
- How many households are there in Sontoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sontoshpur village has a total of 710 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sontoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sontoshpur is 74.64%. The male literacy rate is 77.58%, while the female literacy rate is 71.53%.