Sonewadi
Sonewadi is a village located in Chikhli tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chikhli (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Sonewadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonewadi unique in its vibrant Chikhli-Buldana region. You’ll see Sonewadi’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 Sonewadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonewadi is 529179. The village spans a total geographical area of 922.3 hectares. Chikhli is nearest town to Sonewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonewadi 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 Chikhli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonewadi
Population of Sonewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Sonewadi has a total population of about 1,454, with approximately 757 males and 697 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 147 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 100 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 30. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.80%, with male literacy at about 83.09% and female literacy near 63.70%. There are around 316 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonewadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,454 | 757 | 697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 71 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 56 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 629 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 128 | 253 |
Connectivity of Sonewadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Sonewadi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonewadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonewadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonewadi
- Where is Sonewadi located?
- Sonewadi village is situated in Chikhli Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonewadi?
- Sonewadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonewadi is 1,454, with 757 males and 697 females.
- How many households are there in Sonewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonewadi village has a total of 316 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonewadi is 73.80%. The male literacy rate is 83.09%, while the female literacy rate is 63.70%.