Sonand
Sonand is a village located in Sangole tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sangole (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Sonand village is also a gram panchayat.
Sonand has its own place in the vibrant Solapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sonand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonand is 562599. The village spans a total geographical area of 3053 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413309. Sangole is nearest town to Sonand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonand 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 Sangole Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonand
Population of Sonand
Below is a concise population overview of Sonand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,318 | 3,204 | 3,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 872 | 468 | 404 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 789 | 397 | 392 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,183 | 2,310 | 1,873 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,135 | 894 | 1,241 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonand village:
- The total population of Sonand village is around 6,318, including approximately 3,204 males and 3,114 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 872 children aged 0–6 years in Sonand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonand village has 789 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sonand village is about 66.21%, with male literacy at 72.10% and female literacy at 60.15%.
- There are around 1,349 households in Sonand village.
Connectivity of Sonand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonand. As per the 2011 stats, Sonand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Sonand
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonand
- Where is Sonand located?
- Sonand village is situated in Sangole Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonand?
- Sonand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonand?
- The pincode of Sonand is 413309, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonand is 6,318, with 3,204 males and 3,114 females.
- How many households are there in Sonand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonand village has a total of 1,349 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonand is 66.21%. The male literacy rate is 72.10%, while the female literacy rate is 60.15%.