Sonar - Sami, Patan
Sonar is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Sonar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonar is 509001. The village covers a total geographical area of 988.42 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sonar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonar
According to the 2011 Census, Sonar village had a total population of 1,053 people, including 540 males and 513 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.41%, with male literacy at 84.82% and female literacy at 55.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 325, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,053 | 540 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 59 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 165 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 671 | 408 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 132 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Sonar
Sonar 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 Sonar
Public transport in the Sonar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Harij to Sonar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Sonar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonar
Where is Sonar located?
Sonar village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonar?
Sonar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonar?
The pincode of Sonar is 384245.
What is the population of Sonar?
Sonar had a total population of 1,053, including 540 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Sonar?
Sonar had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonar was 70.41%. Male literacy was 84.82% and female literacy was 55.72%.