Sonalwadi - Karjat, Ahilyanagar
Sonalwadi is a village situated in the Karjat tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from Karjat and around 90 km from Ahmadnagar. Sonalwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonalwadi is 558603. The village covers a total geographical area of 1485 hectares and falls under the 414403 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Sonalwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonalwadi
As per Census 2011, Sonalwadi village has a total population of 1,918 people, consisting of 1,011 males and 907 females. The village has 368 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,208 literate and 710 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonalwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,918 | 1,011 | 907 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 139 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,208 | 686 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 710 | 325 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Sonalwadi
Sonalwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yeswadi | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Baradgaon Dagadi | West | 3.24 km |
| Rashin | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Pimpalwadi | North | 4.10 km |
| Torkadwadi | North-East | 4.89 km |
| Talwadi | North-West | 4.94 km |
| Kangudwadi | East | 6.77 km |
| Dhalwadi | North-West | 6.96 km |
| Baradgaon Sudrik | West | 7.02 km |
| Balwandi | North-West | 7.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonalwadi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sonalwadi. The nearest railway station is Jinti Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Sonalwadi is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonalwadi 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 Sonalwadi
Where is Sonalwadi located?
Sonalwadi village is located in Karjat Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonalwadi?
Sonalwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonalwadi?
The pincode of Sonalwadi is 414403.
What is the population of Sonalwadi?
Sonalwadi has a total population of 1,918, including 1,011 males and 907 females.
How many households are there in Sonalwadi?
There are 368 households in Sonalwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Sonalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonalwadi is 62.98%. Male literacy is 67.85% and female literacy is 57.55%.