Sonuna
Sonuna is a village located in Lonar tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Lonar (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Sonuna village is also a gram panchayat.
Sonuna has its own place in the vibrant Buldana region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sonuna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonuna is 529583. The village spans a total geographical area of 663.71 hectares. Lonar is nearest town to Sonuna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonuna 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 Mehkar 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 Sonuna
Population of Sonuna
Below is a concise population overview of Sonuna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 687 | 351 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 272 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 79 | 159 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonuna village:
- The total population of Sonuna village is around 687, including approximately 351 males and 336 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Sonuna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonuna village has 167 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonuna village is about 65.36%, with male literacy at 77.49% and female literacy at 52.68%.
- There are around 145 households in Sonuna village.
Connectivity of Sonuna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonuna. As per the 2011 stats, Sonuna 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonuna
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonuna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonuna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonuna
- Where is Sonuna located?
- Sonuna village is situated in Lonar Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonuna?
- Sonuna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonuna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonuna is 687, with 351 males and 336 females.
- How many households are there in Sonuna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonuna village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonuna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonuna is 65.36%. The male literacy rate is 77.49%, while the female literacy rate is 52.68%.