Sonkhar - Panvel, Raigad
Sonkhar is a village situated in the Panvel tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Panvel and around 70 km from Alibag. Ulawe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonkhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkhar is 553449. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 410206 pincode.
Sonkhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maval Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Sonkhar
Sonkhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bambavi | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Wahal | West | 1.27 km |
| Targhar | North | 1.90 km |
| Padeghar | South | 2.39 km |
| Kundevahal | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Gavhan | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Kharghar | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Dapoli | East | 3.56 km |
| Vaghivali | North-East | 3.72 km |
| Pargaon Dungi | North-East | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonkhar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sonkhar. The nearest railway station is Panvel, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Alibag to Sonkhar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonkhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonkhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonkhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonkhar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonkhar
Where is Sonkhar located?
Sonkhar village is located in Panvel Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonkhar is Ulawe.
What is the pincode of Sonkhar?
The pincode of Sonkhar is 410206.