Soni - Miraj, Sangli
Soni is a village situated in the Miraj tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Miraj and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Soni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soni is 568716. The village covers a total geographical area of 1911.79 hectares and falls under the 416420 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Soni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Miraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soni
As per Census 2011, Soni village has a total population of 6,255 people, consisting of 3,202 males and 3,053 females. The village has 1,362 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 633 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,766 literate and 1,489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 801 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,255 | 3,202 | 3,053 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 633 | 333 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 801 | 415 | 386 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 4,766 | 2,668 | 2,098 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,489 | 534 | 955 |
Nearby Villages of Soni
Soni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patgaon | South | 2.89 km |
| Dhulgaon | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Karoli (m) | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Upalavi | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Bhose | East | 4.19 km |
| Kumathe | West | 5.11 km |
| Kanchanpur | South-West | 5.21 km |
| Sambarwadi | South-West | 5.59 km |
| Manmodi | South | 6.30 km |
| Siddhewadi | South-East | 6.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soni
Soni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandre, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Soni is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Soni is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soni
Where is Soni located?
Soni village is located in Miraj Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soni?
Soni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soni?
The pincode of Soni is 416420.
What is the population of Soni?
Soni has a total population of 6,255, including 3,202 males and 3,053 females.
How many households are there in Soni?
There are 1,362 households in Soni.
What is the literacy rate in Soni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soni is 76.20%. Male literacy is 83.32% and female literacy is 68.72%.