Sonawale - Junnar, Pune
Sonawale is a village situated in the Junnar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junnar and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Sonavale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonawale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonawale is 555330. The village covers a total geographical area of 396.69 hectares and falls under the 410502 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sonawale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonawale
As per Census 2011, Sonawale village has a total population of 1,178 people, consisting of 567 males and 611 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 910 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,135 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonawale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,178 | 567 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,135 | 547 | 588 |
| Literate Population | 910 | 472 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 95 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Sonawale
Sonawale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghangaldare | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Shinde | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Shivali | East | 2.71 km |
| Uchhil | North | 2.85 km |
| Pimparwadi | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Ingaloon | West | 3.50 km |
| Shiroli Tarf Kukadneher | North | 3.77 km |
| Sukalwedhe | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Ralegan | East | 4.07 km |
| Keli | North-East | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonawale
Sonawale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shelu, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 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 Junnar to Sonawale is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Sonawale is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonawale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonawale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonawale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonawale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonawale
Where is Sonawale located?
Sonawale village is located in Junnar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonawale?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonawale is Sonavale.
What is the pincode of Sonawale?
The pincode of Sonawale is 410502.
What is the population of Sonawale?
Sonawale has a total population of 1,178, including 567 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Sonawale?
There are 225 households in Sonawale.
What is the literacy rate in Sonawale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonawale is 77.25%. Male literacy is 83.25% and female literacy is 71.69%.