Sonakothakhar - Alibag, Raigad
Sonakothakhar is a village situated in the Alibag tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from Alibag and around 17 km from Alibag. Mankule serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonakothakhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonakothakhar is 554034. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 402209 pincode.
Sonakothakhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alibag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Sonakothakhar
Sonakothakhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hashiware | West | 1.48 km |
| Ramkotha | East | 1.61 km |
| Mankule | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Narangi | South | 2.90 km |
| Kawade | West | 3.07 km |
| Vaijali | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Dherand | South | 3.81 km |
| Belpada | West | 3.89 km |
| Mothe Bhal | East | 4.24 km |
| Phopheri | South | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonakothakhar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sonakothakhar. The nearest railway station is Pen, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Alibag to Sonakothakhar is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonakothakhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonakothakhar 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonakothakhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonakothakhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonakothakhar
Where is Sonakothakhar located?
Sonakothakhar village is located in Alibag Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonakothakhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonakothakhar is Mankule.
What is the pincode of Sonakothakhar?
The pincode of Sonakothakhar is 402209.