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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sonori village had a total population of 2,409 people, including 1,209 males and 1,200 females, living in 461 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.60%, with male literacy at 89.15% and female literacy at 76.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 300, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Sonori?
Sonori is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonori?
The pincode of Sonori is 412301.
What is the population of Sonori?
Sonori had a total population of 2,409, including 1,209 males and 1,200 females.
How many households are there in Sonori?
Sonori had 461 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonori was 82.60%. Male literacy was 89.15% and female literacy was 76.08%.