Sondar - Dharampur, Valsad
Sondar is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Sondar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sondar is 523398. The village covers a total geographical area of 822.73 hectares and falls under the 396051 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Sondar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sondar
According to the 2011 Census, Sondar village had a total population of 1,372 people, including 670 males and 702 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.27%, with male literacy at 58.46% and female literacy at 42.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,357.
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 | 1,372 | 670 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 126 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,357 | 663 | 694 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 318 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 352 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Sondar
Sondar 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 Sondar
Sondar 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampur to Sondar is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Sondar is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sondar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sondar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sondar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sondar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sondar
Where is Sondar located?
Sondar village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sondar?
Sondar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sondar?
The pincode of Sondar is 396051.
What is the population of Sondar?
Sondar had a total population of 1,372, including 670 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Sondar?
Sondar had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sondar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sondar was 50.27%. Male literacy was 58.46% and female literacy was 42.46%.