Sonandur - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Sonandur is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Maladi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonandur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonandur is 617650. The village covers a total geographical area of 558.13 hectares and falls under the 574224 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sonandur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthangady Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonandur
As per Census 2011, Sonandur village has a total population of 2,439 people, consisting of 1,195 males and 1,244 females. The village has 491 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,744 literate and 695 illiterate residents. Additionally, 317 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonandur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,439 | 1,195 | 1,244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 137 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 153 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,744 | 925 | 819 |
| Illiterate Population | 695 | 270 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Sonandur
Sonandur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maladi | West | 2.72 km |
| Padangady | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Kuvettu (ct) | East | 3.48 km |
| Gardadi | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Parenky | South | 3.55 km |
| Odilnala | East | 4.43 km |
| Machina | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Kukkedi | North-West | 5.06 km |
| Kukkala | South-West | 5.22 km |
| Balenja | North | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonandur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sonandur. The nearest railway station is Neralakatte Halt, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Beltangady to Sonandur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Sonandur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonandur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonandur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sonandur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonandur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonandur
Where is Sonandur located?
Sonandur village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonandur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonandur is Maladi.
What is the pincode of Sonandur?
The pincode of Sonandur is 574224.
What is the population of Sonandur?
Sonandur has a total population of 2,439, including 1,195 males and 1,244 females.
How many households are there in Sonandur?
There are 491 households in Sonandur.
What is the literacy rate in Sonandur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonandur is 71.50%. Male literacy is 77.41% and female literacy is 65.84%.