Sonage - Kagal, Kolhapur
Sonage is a village situated in the Kagal tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kagal and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Sonage village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonage is 567712. The village covers a total geographical area of 433 hectares and falls under the 416235 pincode. Nipani(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sonage village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonage
As per Census 2011, Sonage village has a total population of 2,014 people, consisting of 1,035 males and 979 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,471 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 365 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonage are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,014 | 1,035 | 979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 106 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 180 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,471 | 830 | 641 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 205 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Sonage
Sonage 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurukali | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Bastavade | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Hamidwada | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Surupali | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Malage Kh. | West | 3.33 km |
| Banage | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Benikre | South | 3.65 km |
| Anur | North | 3.68 km |
| Kaulage | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Malage Bk. | West | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonage
Sonage is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gur Market, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nipani(karnataka) to Sonage is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Sonage is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonage
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonage village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonage
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonage village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonage
Where is Sonage located?
Sonage village is located in Kagal Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonage?
Sonage is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonage?
The pincode of Sonage is 416235.
What is the population of Sonage?
Sonage has a total population of 2,014, including 1,035 males and 979 females.
How many households are there in Sonage?
There are 433 households in Sonage.
What is the literacy rate in Sonage?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonage is 73.04%. Male literacy is 80.19% and female literacy is 65.47%.