Soundari - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Soundari is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Soundari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soundari is 562992. The village covers a total geographical area of 464.12 hectares and falls under the 412806 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Soundari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soundari
As per Census 2011, Soundari village has a total population of 638 people, consisting of 322 males and 316 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 406 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soundari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 638 | 322 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 240 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 82 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Soundari
Soundari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devasare | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Kuroshi | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Dhardev | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Adhal | North | 2.42 km |
| Sonat | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Khambil Pokale | South | 2.59 km |
| Achali | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Kuraloshi | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Lakhwad | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Taldev | South-West | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soundari
Soundari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Diwankhavati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wai to Soundari is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Soundari is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soundari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soundari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Soundari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soundari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soundari
Where is Soundari located?
Soundari village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soundari?
Soundari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soundari?
The pincode of Soundari is 412806.
What is the population of Soundari?
Soundari has a total population of 638, including 322 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Soundari?
There are 137 households in Soundari.
What is the literacy rate in Soundari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soundari is 63.64%. Male literacy is 74.53% and female literacy is 52.53%.