Sonegaon - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Sonegaon is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Sonegaon Kharda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonegaon is 533333. The village covers a total geographical area of 723.57 hectares and falls under the 444711 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Sonegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonegaon
As per Census 2011, Sonegaon village has a total population of 996 people, consisting of 531 males and 465 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 803 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 996 | 531 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 118 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 803 | 460 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 71 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Sonegaon
Sonegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharda | South | 1.71 km |
| Nimbhora Bodkha | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Isapur | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Zadgaon | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Bhatkuli | South | 3.66 km |
| Jodhapur | South | 4.07 km |
| Kalashi | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Vaknath | East | 4.22 km |
| Hirpur | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Raipur | South | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonegaon
Sonegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talni, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dattapur Dhamangaon to Sonegaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Sonegaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonegaon
Where is Sonegaon located?
Sonegaon village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonegaon is Sonegaon Kharda.
What is the pincode of Sonegaon?
The pincode of Sonegaon is 444711.
What is the population of Sonegaon?
Sonegaon has a total population of 996, including 531 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Sonegaon?
There are 243 households in Sonegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sonegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonegaon is 80.62%. Male literacy is 86.63% and female literacy is 73.76%.