Sonal - Satari, North Goa
Sonal is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Sanvordem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonal is 626817. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.91 hectares and falls under the 403506 pincode.
Sonal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valpoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonal
According to the 2011 Census, Sonal village had a total population of 430 people, including 217 males and 213 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.71%, with male literacy at 95.19% and female literacy at 82.47%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 217 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 178 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 39 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Sonal
Sonal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonal
Sonal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Sonal is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonal
Where is Sonal located?
Sonal village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonal is Sanvordem.
What is the pincode of Sonal?
The pincode of Sonal is 403506.
What is the population of Sonal?
Sonal had a total population of 430, including 217 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Sonal?
Sonal had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonal was 88.71%. Male literacy was 95.19% and female literacy was 82.47%.