Sonalwadi
Sonalwadi is a village located in Karjat tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Karjat (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Sonalwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Sonalwadi has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar 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 Sonalwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonalwadi is 558603. The village spans a total geographical area of 1485 hectares. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Sonalwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonalwadi 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 Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonalwadi
Population of Sonalwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Sonalwadi 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 | 1,918 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonalwadi village:
- The total population of Sonalwadi village is around 1,918, including approximately 1,011 males and 907 females, with a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 234 children aged 0–6 years in Sonalwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonalwadi village has 32 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonalwadi village is about 62.98%, with male literacy at 67.85% and female literacy at 57.55%.
- There are around 368 households in Sonalwadi village.
Connectivity of Sonalwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonalwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Sonalwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonalwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonalwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonalwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonalwadi
- Where is Sonalwadi located?
- Sonalwadi village is situated in Karjat Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonalwadi?
- Sonalwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonalwadi is 1,918, with 1,011 males and 907 females.
- How many households are there in Sonalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonalwadi village has a total of 368 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonalwadi is 62.98%. The male literacy rate is 67.85%, while the female literacy rate is 57.55%.