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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Soni village had a total population of 6,255 people, including 3,202 males and 3,053 females, living in 1,362 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.77%, with male literacy at 92.99% and female literacy at 76.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 801, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Soni?
Soni is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soni?
The pincode of Soni is 416420.
What is the population of Soni?
Soni had a total population of 6,255, including 3,202 males and 3,053 females.
How many households are there in Soni?
Soni had 1,362 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soni was 84.77%. Male literacy was 92.99% and female literacy was 76.21%.