Sonwadi
Sonwadi is a village located in Vaijapur tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Vaijapur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Rahegaon is the gram panchayat of Sonwadi village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonwadi unique in its vibrant Vaijapur-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Sonwadi’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 Sonwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonwadi is 549120. The village spans a total geographical area of 167.88 hectares. Vaijapur is nearest town to Sonwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Sonwadi
Population of Sonwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Sonwadi has a total population of about 456, with approximately 243 males and 213 females. The sex ratio is around 876 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 56 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 34 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 91. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.68%, with male literacy at about 76.13% and female literacy near 70.89%. There are around 99 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 243 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 37 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 51 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 185 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 58 | 62 |
Connectivity of Sonwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Sonwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonwadi
- Where is Sonwadi located?
- Sonwadi village is situated in Vaijapur Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonwadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonwadi is Rahegaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonwadi is 456, with 243 males and 213 females.
- How many households are there in Sonwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonwadi village has a total of 99 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonwadi is 73.68%. The male literacy rate is 76.13%, while the female literacy rate is 70.89%.