Sonat
Sonat is a village located in Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Mahabaleshwar (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Sonat village is also a gram panchayat.
Sonat has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 Sonat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonat is 562993. The village spans a total geographical area of 347 hectares. Wai is nearest town to Sonat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 67km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonat 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonat
Population of Sonat
Below is a concise population overview of Sonat 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 | 243 | 105 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 69 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 36 | 68 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonat village:
- The total population of Sonat village is around 243, including approximately 105 males and 138 females, with a sex ratio of 1314 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Sonat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonat village has 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonat village is about 57.20%, with male literacy at 65.71% and female literacy at 50.72%.
- There are around 66 households in Sonat village.
Connectivity of Sonat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonat. As per the 2011 stats, Sonat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonat
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonat
- Where is Sonat located?
- Sonat village is situated in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonat?
- Sonat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonat is 243, with 105 males and 138 females.
- How many households are there in Sonat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonat village has a total of 66 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonat is 57.20%. The male literacy rate is 65.71%, while the female literacy rate is 50.72%.