Sonama - Amod, Bharuch
Sonama is a village situated in the Amod taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amod and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Sonama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonama is 521978. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.17 hectares and falls under the 392110 pincode. Amod is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sonama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonama
As per Census 2011, Sonama village has a total population of 366 people, consisting of 176 males and 190 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 282 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 176 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 140 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 114 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 62 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Sonama
Sonama 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 Sonama
Sonama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amod to Sonama is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Sonama is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonama 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonama
Where is Sonama located?
Sonama village is located in Amod Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonama?
Sonama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonama?
The pincode of Sonama is 392110.
What is the population of Sonama?
Sonama has a total population of 366, including 176 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Sonama?
There are 81 households in Sonama.
What is the literacy rate in Sonama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonama is 55.74%. Male literacy is 64.77% and female literacy is 47.37%.