Sonegaon
Sonegaon is a village located in Tumsar tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Tumsar (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Sonegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonegaon unique in its vibrant Tumsar-Bhandara region. You’ll see Sonegaon’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 Sonegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonegaon is 536718. The village spans a total geographical area of 606 hectares. Tumsar is nearest town to Sonegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Sonegaon
Population of Sonegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sonegaon has a total population of about 1,435, with approximately 707 males and 728 females. The sex ratio is around 1029 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 168 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 123 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 120. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.64%, with male literacy at about 77.23% and female literacy near 66.21%. There are around 296 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,435 | 707 | 728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 77 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 58 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 52 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 1,028 | 546 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 161 | 246 |
Connectivity of Sonegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Sonegaon 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 Sonegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonegaon
- Where is Sonegaon located?
- Sonegaon village is situated in Tumsar Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonegaon?
- Sonegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonegaon is 1,435, with 707 males and 728 females.
- How many households are there in Sonegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonegaon village has a total of 296 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonegaon is 71.64%. The male literacy rate is 77.23%, while the female literacy rate is 66.21%.