Sokasan - Man, Satara
Sokasan is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Sokasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sokasan is 563423. The village covers a total geographical area of 1541 hectares and falls under the 415508 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sokasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sokasan
As per Census 2011, Sokasan village has a total population of 2,094 people, consisting of 1,048 males and 1,046 females. The village has 459 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,309 literate and 785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sokasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,094 | 1,048 | 1,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 133 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 95 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 1,309 | 740 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 308 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Sokasan
Sokasan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dangirewadi (mohi) | North | 3.89 km |
| Danavalewadi | North-West | 4.84 km |
| Ranand | South | 5.14 km |
| Wawarhire | North-West | 5.17 km |
| Shevari | South-West | 5.27 km |
| Mardi | East | 5.38 km |
| Mohi | North-East | 6.49 km |
| Vadgaon | West | 6.52 km |
| Thadale | North | 6.96 km |
| Jashi | South | 7.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sokasan
Sokasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mhaswad to Sokasan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Sokasan is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sokasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sokasan 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 Sokasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sokasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sokasan
Where is Sokasan located?
Sokasan village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sokasan?
Sokasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sokasan?
The pincode of Sokasan is 415508.
What is the population of Sokasan?
Sokasan has a total population of 2,094, including 1,048 males and 1,046 females.
How many households are there in Sokasan?
There are 459 households in Sokasan.
What is the literacy rate in Sokasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sokasan is 62.51%. Male literacy is 70.61% and female literacy is 54.40%.