Sonarwadi
Sonarwadi is a village located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Angavali is the gram panchayat of Sonarwadi village.
Sonarwadi has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sonarwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonarwadi is 565830. The village spans a total geographical area of 411 hectares. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Sonarwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonarwadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonarwadi
Population of Sonarwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Sonarwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 527 | 241 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 190 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 51 | 95 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonarwadi village:
- The total population of Sonarwadi village is around 527, including approximately 241 males and 286 females, with a sex ratio of 1186 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Sonarwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonarwadi village has 77 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonarwadi village is about 72.30%, with male literacy at 78.84% and female literacy at 66.78%.
- There are around 131 households in Sonarwadi village.
Connectivity of Sonarwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonarwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Sonarwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonarwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonarwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonarwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonarwadi
- Where is Sonarwadi located?
- Sonarwadi village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonarwadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonarwadi is Angavali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonarwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonarwadi is 527, with 241 males and 286 females.
- How many households are there in Sonarwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonarwadi village has a total of 131 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonarwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonarwadi is 72.30%. The male literacy rate is 78.84%, while the female literacy rate is 66.78%.