Sonyal - Jat, Sangli
Sonyal is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 120 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Sonyal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonyal is 568863. The village covers a total geographical area of 4001 hectares and falls under the 416413 pincode. Bijapur (karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Sonyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonyal
As per Census 2011, Sonyal village has a total population of 4,992 people, consisting of 2,565 males and 2,427 females. The village has 955 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 648 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,991 literate and 2,001 illiterate residents. Additionally, 829 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonyal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,992 | 2,565 | 2,427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 648 | 331 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 829 | 419 | 410 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 2,991 | 1,722 | 1,269 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,001 | 843 | 1,158 |
Nearby Villages of Sonyal
Sonyal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakdewadi | West | 3.87 km |
| Utagi | East | 5.60 km |
| Kulalwadi | South | 5.70 km |
| Madgyal | South-West | 6.31 km |
| Jadarbobalad | North-West | 6.47 km |
| Padolkarwadi | North-West | 7.97 km |
| Ankalagi | South-East | 8.11 km |
| Kunikonur | West | 8.63 km |
| Lonar | North-West | 9.81 km |
| Lavangi | North-East | 10.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonyal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sonyal. The nearest railway station is Javale, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijapur (karnataka) to Sonyal is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Sonyal is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonyal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonyal
Where is Sonyal located?
Sonyal village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonyal?
Sonyal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonyal?
The pincode of Sonyal is 416413.
What is the population of Sonyal?
Sonyal has a total population of 4,992, including 2,565 males and 2,427 females.
How many households are there in Sonyal?
There are 955 households in Sonyal.
What is the literacy rate in Sonyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonyal is 59.92%. Male literacy is 67.13% and female literacy is 52.29%.