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
As per Census 2011, Sonar village has a total population of 1,053 people, consisting of 540 males and 513 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 671 literate and 382 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonar are given below:
| 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 | - | 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 has a total population of 1,053, including 540 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Sonar?
There are 225 households in Sonar.
What is the literacy rate in Sonar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonar is 63.72%. Male literacy is 75.56% and female literacy is 51.27%.