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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sokasan village had a total population of 2,094 people, including 1,048 males and 1,046 females, living in 459 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.84%, with male literacy at 80.87% and female literacy at 62.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 199.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Sokasan?
Sokasan is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sokasan?
The pincode of Sokasan is 415508.
What is the population of Sokasan?
Sokasan had a total population of 2,094, including 1,048 males and 1,046 females.
How many households are there in Sokasan?
Sokasan had 459 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sokasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sokasan was 71.84%. Male literacy was 80.87% and female literacy was 62.73%.