Sondeghar - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Sondeghar is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 172 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Sodeghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sondeghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sondeghar is 564870. The village covers a total geographical area of 452 hectares and falls under the 415716 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sondeghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sondeghar
According to the 2011 Census, Sondeghar village had a total population of 932 people, including 448 males and 484 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.61%, with male literacy at 94.16% and female literacy at 77.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 932 | 448 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 387 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 61 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Sondeghar
Sondeghar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vanoshi Tarf Natu | South | 1.89 km |
| Hatip | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Palgad | East | 2.80 km |
| Shirkhal | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Vadavli | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Pachavali | West | 4.00 km |
| Gherapalgad | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Poyanar Kh. | South | 4.31 km |
| Chinchali | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Dhamani | South-East | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sondeghar
Public transport in the Sondeghar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Diwankhavati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.6 km.
| 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 Dapoli Camp to Sondeghar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Sondeghar is about 172 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sondeghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sondeghar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sondeghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sondeghar 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 Sondeghar
Where is Sondeghar located?
Sondeghar village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sondeghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sondeghar is Sodeghar.
What is the pincode of Sondeghar?
The pincode of Sondeghar is 415716.
What is the population of Sondeghar?
Sondeghar had a total population of 932, including 448 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Sondeghar?
Sondeghar had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sondeghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sondeghar was 85.61%. Male literacy was 94.16% and female literacy was 77.70%.