Sonala
Sonala is a village located in Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Murtijapur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Sonala village is also a gram panchayat.
Sonala has its own place in the vibrant Akola 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 Sonala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonala is 530221. The village spans a total geographical area of 509 hectares. Murtijapur is nearest town to Sonala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonala 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 Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonala
Population of Sonala
Below is a concise population overview of Sonala 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 | 426 | 217 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 30 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 336 | 176 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 41 | 49 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonala village:
- The total population of Sonala village is around 426, including approximately 217 males and 209 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 48 children aged 0–6 years in Sonala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonala village has 119 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sonala village is about 78.87%, with male literacy at 81.11% and female literacy at 76.56%.
- There are around 110 households in Sonala village.
Connectivity of Sonala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonala. As per the 2011 stats, Sonala 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonala
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonala
- Where is Sonala located?
- Sonala village is situated in Murtijapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonala?
- Sonala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonala is 426, with 217 males and 209 females.
- How many households are there in Sonala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonala village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonala is 78.87%. The male literacy rate is 81.11%, while the female literacy rate is 76.56%.