Sonand - Sangole, Solapur
Sonand is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Sonand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonand is 562599. The village covers a total geographical area of 3053 hectares and falls under the 413309 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sonand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonand
As per Census 2011, Sonand village has a total population of 6,318 people, consisting of 3,204 males and 3,114 females. The village has 1,349 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 872 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,183 literate and 2,135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 789 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonand are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 4,183 | 2,310 | 1,873 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,135 | 894 | 1,241 |
Nearby Villages of Sonand
Sonand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Galavewadi | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Aglavewadi | North-East | 4.69 km |
| Singanhalli | South | 5.17 km |
| Lonavire | North | 5.34 km |
| Dongargaon | West | 5.76 km |
| Manegaon | North-West | 6.05 km |
| Lohagaon | South-East | 6.07 km |
| Avandi | South-East | 6.60 km |
| Bhopasewadi | East | 7.32 km |
| Burange Wadi | North-East | 7.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonand
Sonand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Javale, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sangole to Sonand is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Sonand is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonand
Where is Sonand located?
Sonand village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonand?
Sonand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonand?
The pincode of Sonand is 413309.
What is the population of Sonand?
Sonand has a total population of 6,318, including 3,204 males and 3,114 females.
How many households are there in Sonand?
There are 1,349 households in Sonand.
What is the literacy rate in Sonand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonand is 66.21%. Male literacy is 72.10% and female literacy is 60.15%.