Sonke - Pandharpur, Solapur
Sonke is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Sonke village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonke is 562343. The village covers a total geographical area of 1150 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sonke village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonke
As per Census 2011, Sonke village has a total population of 3,463 people, consisting of 1,803 males and 1,660 females. The village has 674 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 475 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,161 literate and 1,302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 810 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonke are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,463 | 1,803 | 1,660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 262 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 810 | 416 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 2,161 | 1,277 | 884 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,302 | 526 | 776 |
Nearby Villages of Sonke
Sonke 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tisangi | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Umbargaon | East | 4.34 km |
| Lonarwadi | North-West | 4.47 km |
| Gaygavhan | West | 4.62 km |
| Shirbavi | South-East | 4.76 km |
| Haldahivadi | South-West | 5.54 km |
| Palshi | North | 5.74 km |
| Bohali | East | 6.66 km |
| Gardi | North-West | 7.01 km |
| Naralewadi | South-West | 7.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonke
Sonke is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Sonke is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Sonke 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 Sonke
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonke 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 Sonke
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonke village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonke
Where is Sonke located?
Sonke village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonke?
Sonke is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonke?
The pincode of Sonke is 413304.
What is the population of Sonke?
Sonke has a total population of 3,463, including 1,803 males and 1,660 females.
How many households are there in Sonke?
There are 674 households in Sonke.
What is the literacy rate in Sonke?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonke is 62.40%. Male literacy is 70.83% and female literacy is 53.25%.