Sonasan - Prantij, Sabar Kantha
Sonasan is a village situated in the Prantij taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Prantij and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Sonasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonasan is 510595. The village covers a total geographical area of 1168.15 hectares and falls under the 383210 pincode. Prantij is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sonasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonasan
As per Census 2011, Sonasan village has a total population of 5,371 people, consisting of 2,790 males and 2,581 females. The village has 1,158 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 604 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,860 literate and 1,511 illiterate residents. Additionally, 688 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,371 | 2,790 | 2,581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 604 | 331 | 273 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 688 | 360 | 328 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 3,860 | 2,255 | 1,605 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,511 | 535 | 976 |
Nearby Villages of Sonasan
Sonasan 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 Sonasan
Sonasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sonasan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Prantij to Sonasan is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Sonasan is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonasan
Where is Sonasan located?
Sonasan village is located in Prantij Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonasan?
Sonasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonasan?
The pincode of Sonasan is 383210.
What is the population of Sonasan?
Sonasan has a total population of 5,371, including 2,790 males and 2,581 females.
How many households are there in Sonasan?
There are 1,158 households in Sonasan.
What is the literacy rate in Sonasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonasan is 71.87%. Male literacy is 80.82% and female literacy is 62.19%.