Soundatti - Raybag, Belagavi
Soundatti is a village situated in the Raybag taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from Raibag and around 120 km from Belgaum. Savadatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soundatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soundatti is 597355. The village covers a total geographical area of 1681.84 hectares and falls under the 591213 pincode. Raibag is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Soundatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raybag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soundatti
As per Census 2011, Soundatti village has a total population of 9,294 people, consisting of 4,767 males and 4,527 females. The village has 1,908 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,088 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,094 literate and 3,200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,912 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soundatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,294 | 4,767 | 4,527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,088 | 581 | 507 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,912 | 974 | 938 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 6,094 | 3,474 | 2,620 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,200 | 1,293 | 1,907 |
Nearby Villages of Soundatti
Soundatti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Diggewadi (old) | East | 2.57 km |
| Nasalapur | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Manjari | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Yadrav | South | 4.25 km |
| Jalalpur | East | 4.74 km |
| Ankali | West | 5.01 km |
| Kanchakarawadi | South-East | 5.54 km |
| Yadur | North-West | 5.66 km |
| Ingali | North-East | 5.84 km |
| Yadurwadi | North-West | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soundatti
Soundatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raybag, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raibag to Soundatti is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Soundatti is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soundatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soundatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soundatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soundatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soundatti
Where is Soundatti located?
Soundatti village is located in Raybag Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soundatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Soundatti is Savadatti.
What is the pincode of Soundatti?
The pincode of Soundatti is 591213.
What is the population of Soundatti?
Soundatti has a total population of 9,294, including 4,767 males and 4,527 females.
How many households are there in Soundatti?
There are 1,908 households in Soundatti.
What is the literacy rate in Soundatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soundatti is 65.57%. Male literacy is 72.88% and female literacy is 57.87%.