Sonewadi Village - Chikhli, Buldhana
Sonewadi is a village situated in the Chikhli tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Chikhli and around 21 km from Buldana. Sonewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonewadi is 529179. The village covers a total geographical area of 922.3 hectares and falls under the 443201 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sonewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikhli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonewadi
As per Census 2011, Sonewadi village has a total population of 1,454 people, consisting of 757 males and 697 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,073 literate and 381 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonewadi are given below:
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sonewadi
Sonewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satgaon Bhusari | East | 2.82 km |
| Shirpur | North | 3.14 km |
| Waghapur | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Raipur | West | 3.74 km |
| Antri Koli | South | 3.82 km |
| Sawargaon Dukare | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Kelwad | North-East | 5.35 km |
| Malgani | East | 5.38 km |
| Sakegaon | South | 5.53 km |
| Bhogawati | South-East | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonewadi
Sonewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malkapur, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.4 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 Chikhli to Sonewadi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Sonewadi is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonewadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonewadi
Where is Sonewadi located?
Sonewadi village is located in Chikhli Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonewadi?
Sonewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonewadi?
The pincode of Sonewadi is 443201.
What is the population of Sonewadi?
Sonewadi has a total population of 1,454, including 757 males and 697 females.
How many households are there in Sonewadi?
There are 316 households in Sonewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Sonewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonewadi is 73.80%. Male literacy is 83.09% and female literacy is 63.70%.