Sonewadi - Sinnar, Nashik
Sonewadi is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Sonewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonewadi is 551237. The village covers a total geographical area of 1326 hectares and falls under the 422103 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 23 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 Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonewadi
As per Census 2011, Sonewadi village has a total population of 2,306 people, consisting of 1,187 males and 1,119 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,517 literate and 789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,516 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,306 | 1,187 | 1,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 152 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,516 | 795 | 721 |
| Literate Population | 1,517 | 862 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 325 | 464 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhojapur | East | 3.18 km |
| Deothan | South | 3.47 km |
| Chapadgaon | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Pimpale | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Dhulwad | North | 4.96 km |
| Kasarwadi | East | 5.96 km |
| Ganore | South | 6.11 km |
| Hivare | North-West | 6.12 km |
| Ghodsarwadi | West | 6.42 km |
| Chas | East | 6.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonewadi
Public transport in the Sonewadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lahavit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.1 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 Sinnar to Sonewadi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Sonewadi is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonewadi
Where is Sonewadi located?
Sonewadi village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonewadi?
Sonewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonewadi?
The pincode of Sonewadi is 422103.
What is the population of Sonewadi?
Sonewadi has a total population of 2,306, including 1,187 males and 1,119 females.
How many households are there in Sonewadi?
There are 429 households in Sonewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Sonewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonewadi is 65.78%. Male literacy is 72.62% and female literacy is 58.53%.