Sonari - Una, Gir Somnath
Sonari is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from Una and around 180 km from Junagadh. Sonari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonari is 515340. The village covers a total geographical area of 459.54 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sonari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonari
As per Census 2011, Sonari village has a total population of 2,347 people, consisting of 1,219 males and 1,128 females. The village has 369 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,236 literate and 1,111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,347 | 1,219 | 1,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 202 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,236 | 741 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,111 | 478 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Sonari
Sonari 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 Sonari
Public transport in the Sonari is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sonari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Sonari is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Sonari is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonari
Where is Sonari located?
Sonari village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonari?
Sonari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonari?
The pincode of Sonari is 362560.
What is the population of Sonari?
Sonari has a total population of 2,347, including 1,219 males and 1,128 females.
How many households are there in Sonari?
There are 369 households in Sonari.
What is the literacy rate in Sonari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonari is 52.66%. Male literacy is 60.79% and female literacy is 43.88%.