Sonwala - Ambejogai, Beed
Sonwala is a village situated in the Ambejogai tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Ambejogai and around 113 km from Bid. Sonwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonwala is 559987. The village covers a total geographical area of 931.17 hectares and falls under the 431517 pincode. Ambejogai is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sonwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaij Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonwala
As per Census 2011, Sonwala village has a total population of 1,718 people, consisting of 888 males and 830 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,169 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 478 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,718 | 888 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 119 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 242 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,169 | 656 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 232 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Sonwala
Sonwala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhawthana | East | 3.29 km |
| Kendrewadi | South | 3.63 km |
| Adas | West | 3.93 km |
| Dhavadi | South-East | 4.57 km |
| Kekanwadi | South-West | 4.70 km |
| Asardhav | North | 4.80 km |
| Chichkhandi | East | 5.51 km |
| Ladewadgaon | South | 5.92 km |
| Khodas | West | 5.93 km |
| Umarewadi | North-West | 6.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonwala
Sonwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parli Vaijnath, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambejogai to Sonwala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Sonwala is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonwala
Where is Sonwala located?
Sonwala village is located in Ambejogai Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonwala?
Sonwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonwala?
The pincode of Sonwala is 431517.
What is the population of Sonwala?
Sonwala has a total population of 1,718, including 888 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Sonwala?
There are 407 households in Sonwala.
What is the literacy rate in Sonwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonwala is 68.04%. Male literacy is 73.87% and female literacy is 61.81%.