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.
Here you can discover what makes Sonat unique in its vibrant Mahabaleshwar-Satara region. You’ll see Sonat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Sonat has a total population of about 243, with approximately 105 males and 138 females. The sex ratio is around 1314 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.20%, with male literacy at about 65.71% and female literacy near 50.72%. There are around 66 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.