Sonake - Koregaon, Satara
Sonake is a village situated in the Koregaon tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koregaon and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Sonake village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonake is 563615. The village covers a total geographical area of 645.56 hectares and falls under the 415525 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sonake village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonake
As per Census 2011, Sonake village has a total population of 3,153 people, consisting of 1,557 males and 1,596 females. The village has 587 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,461 literate and 692 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonake are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,153 | 1,557 | 1,596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 145 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 100 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,461 | 1,288 | 1,173 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 269 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Sonake
Sonake 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarkalwadi | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Jagtapwadi Sonke | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Chaudharwadi | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Karanjkhop | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Chawaneshwar | West | 4.13 km |
| Pimpode Bk. | East | 4.16 km |
| Wagholi | South-East | 4.21 km |
| Morbend | North | 4.33 km |
| Rautwadi | South | 4.47 km |
| Nandwal | North | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonake
Sonake is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wathar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wai to Sonake is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Sonake is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonake
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonake village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonake
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonake village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonake
Where is Sonake located?
Sonake village is located in Koregaon Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonake?
Sonake is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonake?
The pincode of Sonake is 415525.
What is the population of Sonake?
Sonake has a total population of 3,153, including 1,557 males and 1,596 females.
How many households are there in Sonake?
There are 587 households in Sonake.
What is the literacy rate in Sonake?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonake is 78.05%. Male literacy is 82.72% and female literacy is 73.50%.