Sonewadi - 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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sonewadi village had a total population of 1,454 people, including 757 males and 697 females, living in 316 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.10%, with male literacy at 91.69% and female literacy at 71.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 Village Panchayat of Sonewadi?
Sonewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonewadi?
The pincode of Sonewadi is 443201.
What is the population of Sonewadi?
Sonewadi had a total population of 1,454, including 757 males and 697 females.
How many households are there in Sonewadi?
Sonewadi had 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonewadi was 82.10%. Male literacy was 91.69% and female literacy was 71.50%.