Sonsal
Sonsal is a village located in Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Kadegaon (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Sonsal village is also a gram panchayat.
Sonsal has its own place in the vibrant Sangli 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 Sonsal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonsal is 568443. The village spans a total geographical area of 763.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415303. Karad is nearest town to Sonsal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonsal 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 Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonsal
Population of Sonsal
Below is a concise population overview of Sonsal 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 | 1,283 | 641 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 79 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 86 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 912 | 490 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 151 | 220 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonsal village:
- The total population of Sonsal village is around 1,283, including approximately 641 males and 642 females, with a sex ratio of 1001 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 144 children aged 0–6 years in Sonsal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonsal village has 192 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sonsal village is about 71.08%, with male literacy at 76.44% and female literacy at 65.73%.
- There are around 316 households in Sonsal village.
Connectivity of Sonsal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonsal. As per the 2011 stats, Sonsal 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonsal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonsal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonsal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonsal
- Where is Sonsal located?
- Sonsal village is situated in Kadegaon Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonsal?
- Sonsal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonsal?
- The pincode of Sonsal is 415303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonsal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonsal is 1,283, with 641 males and 642 females.
- How many households are there in Sonsal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonsal village has a total of 316 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonsal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonsal is 71.08%. The male literacy rate is 76.44%, while the female literacy rate is 65.73%.