Sonori - Purandhar, Pune
Sonori is a village situated in the Purandhar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sasvad and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Sonori village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonori is 556441. The village covers a total geographical area of 1282 hectares and falls under the 412301 pincode. Sasvad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sonori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purandar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonori
As per Census 2011, Sonori village has a total population of 2,409 people, consisting of 1,209 males and 1,200 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,723 literate and 686 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,409 | 1,209 | 1,200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 168 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 152 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,723 | 928 | 795 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 281 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Sonori
Sonori is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonori
Sonori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sonori.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasvad to Sonori is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Sonori is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonori 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonori 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonori
Where is Sonori located?
Sonori village is located in Purandhar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonori?
Sonori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonori?
The pincode of Sonori is 412301.
What is the population of Sonori?
Sonori has a total population of 2,409, including 1,209 males and 1,200 females.
How many households are there in Sonori?
There are 461 households in Sonori.
What is the literacy rate in Sonori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonori is 71.52%. Male literacy is 76.76% and female literacy is 66.25%.