Sonari
Sonari is a village located in Kopargaon tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kopargaon (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Sonari village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonari unique in its vibrant Kopargaon-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Sonari’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sonari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonari is 557495. The village spans a total geographical area of 601.22 hectares. Kopargaon is nearest town to Sonari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonari 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 Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonari
Population of Sonari
According to the 2011 Census, Sonari has a total population of about 988, with approximately 501 males and 487 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 132 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 32 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 239. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.57%, with male literacy at about 76.85% and female literacy near 51.95%. There are around 178 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 988 | 501 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 64 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 114 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 385 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 116 | 234 |
Connectivity of Sonari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonari. As per the 2011 stats, Sonari 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 Sonari
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonari
- Where is Sonari located?
- Sonari village is situated in Kopargaon Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonari?
- Sonari serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonari is 988, with 501 males and 487 females.
- How many households are there in Sonari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonari village has a total of 178 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonari is 64.57%. The male literacy rate is 76.85%, while the female literacy rate is 51.95%.