Soundalgaon Bk. - Ghansawangi, Jalna
Soundalgaon Bk. is a village situated in the Ghansawangi tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansawangi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Banegaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Soundalgaon Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soundalgaon Bk. is 547994. The village covers a total geographical area of 454.99 hectares and falls under the 431204 pincode. Ambad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Soundalgaon Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Soundalgaon Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Soundalgaon Bk. village had a total population of 1,189 people, including 621 males and 568 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.60%, with male literacy at 74.27% and female literacy at 60.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,189 | 621 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 104 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 674 | 384 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 237 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Soundalgaon Bk.
Soundalgaon Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhoggaon | South | 1.23 km |
| Banegaon | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Mangrul | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Raheri | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Rajapur | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Shevta | North-East | 4.56 km |
| Bhogalgaon | North-West | 5.50 km |
| Borgaon Thadi | North | 5.52 km |
| Kothi | East | 5.72 km |
| Manubai Jawala | South-East | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soundalgaon Bk.
Soundalgaon Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranjani, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.2 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 Bk. is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Soundalgaon Bk. is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soundalgaon Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soundalgaon Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Soundalgaon Bk.
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 Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soundalgaon Bk.
Where is Soundalgaon Bk. located?
Soundalgaon Bk. village is located in Ghansawangi Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Soundalgaon Bk.?
The Village Panchayat of Soundalgaon Bk. is Banegaon.
What is the pincode of Soundalgaon Bk.?
The pincode of Soundalgaon Bk. is 431204.
What is the population of Soundalgaon Bk.?
Soundalgaon Bk. had a total population of 1,189, including 621 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Soundalgaon Bk.?
Soundalgaon Bk. had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soundalgaon Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soundalgaon Bk. was 67.60%. Male literacy was 74.27% and female literacy was 60.42%.