Soneth - Suigam, Vav-Tharad
Soneth is a village situated in the Suigam taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 55 km from Vav and around 152 km from Palanpur. Soneth village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soneth is 507479. The village covers a total geographical area of 3063.87 hectares and falls under the 385320 pincode. Bhabhar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Soneth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soneth
As per Census 2011, Soneth village has a total population of 2,628 people, consisting of 1,385 males and 1,243 females. The village has 469 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 462 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 928 literate and 1,700 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soneth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,628 | 1,385 | 1,243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 256 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 170 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 928 | 593 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,700 | 792 | 908 |
Nearby Villages of Soneth
Soneth 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 Soneth
Soneth 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhabhar to Soneth is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Soneth is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soneth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soneth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soneth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soneth 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 Soneth
Where is Soneth located?
Soneth village is located in Suigam Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soneth?
Soneth is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soneth?
The pincode of Soneth is 385320.
What is the population of Soneth?
Soneth has a total population of 2,628, including 1,385 males and 1,243 females.
How many households are there in Soneth?
There are 469 households in Soneth.
What is the literacy rate in Soneth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soneth is 35.31%. Male literacy is 42.82% and female literacy is 26.95%.