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
As per Census 2011, Sonal village has a total population of 430 people, consisting of 217 males and 213 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 92 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 217 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| 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 has a total population of 430, including 217 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Sonal?
There are 87 households in Sonal.
What is the literacy rate in Sonal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonal is 78.60%. Male literacy is 82.03% and female literacy is 75.12%.