Sonari - Uran, Raigad
Sonari is a village situated in the Uran tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Uran and around 92 km from Alibag. Sonari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonari is 553293. The village covers a total geographical area of 727 hectares and falls under the 400707 pincode. Uran is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sonari 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.
Population of Sonari
As per Census 2011, Sonari village has a total population of 2,214 people, consisting of 1,130 males and 1,084 females. The village has 510 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,781 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,214 | 1,130 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 124 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,781 | 953 | 828 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 177 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Sonari
Sonari 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 Sonari
Sonari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran to Sonari is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Sonari is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sonari
Where is Sonari located?
Sonari village is located in Uran Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonari?
Sonari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonari?
The pincode of Sonari is 400707.
What is the population of Sonari?
Sonari has a total population of 2,214, including 1,130 males and 1,084 females.
How many households are there in Sonari?
There are 510 households in Sonari.
What is the literacy rate in Sonari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonari is 80.44%. Male literacy is 84.34% and female literacy is 76.38%.