Soundalgaon Kh. - Ambad, Jalna
Soundalgaon Kh. is a village situated in the Ambad tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambad and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Dodadgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soundalgaon Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soundalgaon Kh. is 547854. The village covers a total geographical area of 665.16 hectares and falls under the 431205 pincode. Ambad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Soundalgaon Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghansawangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Parbhani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soundalgaon Kh.
As per Census 2011, Soundalgaon Kh. village has a total population of 520 people, consisting of 269 males and 251 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 303 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soundalgaon Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 269 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 54 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 175 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 94 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Soundalgaon Kh.
Soundalgaon Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadigodri | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Dodadgaon | North | 3.37 km |
| Antarwali Sarathi | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Dhakalgaon | East | 3.50 km |
| Ramgavhan Bk. | North-West | 4.14 km |
| Nalewadi | West | 5.12 km |
| Baraswada | North-East | 5.51 km |
| Shahapur | East | 6.32 km |
| Balegaon | South-West | 6.94 km |
| Taka | North-West | 7.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soundalgaon Kh.
Soundalgaon Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kodi, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 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 Ambad to Soundalgaon Kh. is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Soundalgaon Kh. is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soundalgaon Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soundalgaon Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Soundalgaon Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soundalgaon Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Soundalgaon Kh.
Where is Soundalgaon Kh. located?
Soundalgaon Kh. village is located in Ambad Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soundalgaon Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Soundalgaon Kh. is Dodadgaon.
What is the pincode of Soundalgaon Kh.?
The pincode of Soundalgaon Kh. is 431205.
What is the population of Soundalgaon Kh.?
Soundalgaon Kh. has a total population of 520, including 269 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Soundalgaon Kh.?
There are 98 households in Soundalgaon Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Soundalgaon Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soundalgaon Kh. is 58.27%. Male literacy is 65.06% and female literacy is 51.00%.