Sonegaon - Warora, Chandrapur
Sonegaon is a village situated in the Warora tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Warora and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Sonegaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonegaon is 540299. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.33 hectares and falls under the 442907 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sonegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sonegaon village had a total population of 720 people, including 376 males and 344 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.29%, with male literacy at 85.55% and female literacy at 72.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 720 | 376 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 290 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 86 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Sonegaon
Sonegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kekapur Rith | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Wadadha Tukum | East | 1.56 km |
| Gunjala | North | 1.60 km |
| Antapur Rith | South | 2.06 km |
| Kawadsi | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Wadadhamal | East | 2.78 km |
| Pohe | South | 2.85 km |
| Umari | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Lodhi Kheda | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Singarwadi | North | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonegaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sonegaon. The nearest railway station is Chikni Road, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Warora to Sonegaon is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Sonegaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonegaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonegaon
Where is Sonegaon located?
Sonegaon village is located in Warora Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sonegaon?
Sonegaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonegaon?
The pincode of Sonegaon is 442907.
What is the population of Sonegaon?
Sonegaon had a total population of 720, including 376 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Sonegaon?
Sonegaon had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonegaon was 79.29%. Male literacy was 85.55% and female literacy was 72.52%.