Sonale
Sonale is a village located in Hosanagara taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Hosanagara (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Sonale village is also a gram panchayat.
Sonale has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sonale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonale is 607978. The village spans a total geographical area of 931.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577418. Hosanagara is nearest town to Sonale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonale village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tirthahalli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonale
Population of Sonale
Below is a concise population overview of Sonale as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,134 | 558 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 43 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 897 | 470 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 88 | 149 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonale village:
- The total population of Sonale village is around 1,134, including approximately 558 males and 576 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 121 children aged 0–6 years in Sonale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonale village has 96 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sonale village is about 79.10%, with male literacy at 84.23% and female literacy at 74.13%.
- There are around 248 households in Sonale village.
Connectivity of Sonale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonale. As per the 2011 stats, Sonale had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonale
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonale
- Where is Sonale located?
- Sonale village is situated in Hosanagara Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonale?
- Sonale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonale?
- The pincode of Sonale is 577418, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonale is 1,134, with 558 males and 576 females.
- How many households are there in Sonale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonale village has a total of 248 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonale is 79.10%. The male literacy rate is 84.23%, while the female literacy rate is 74.13%.