Sonawale - Murbad, Thane
Sonawale is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Sonawale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonawale is 553183. The village covers a total geographical area of 1668 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Sonawale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonawale
As per Census 2011, Sonawale village has a total population of 1,164 people, consisting of 570 males and 594 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 800 literate and 364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 148 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonawale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,164 | 570 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 75 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 800 | 448 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 122 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Sonawale
Sonawale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devghar | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Vidyanagar | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Umbroli Kh. | South-West | 4.93 km |
| Hatvij | South-East | 4.98 km |
| Kheware | West | 5.10 km |
| Chafe | North-West | 5.42 km |
| Bhivade Kh. | South-East | 5.55 km |
| Bhivade Bk. | East | 5.72 km |
| Dhasai | North-West | 5.73 km |
| Eklahare | North | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonawale
Sonawale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vangani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Sonawale is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Sonawale is about 83 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 Sonawale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonawale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonawale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonawale 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonawale
Where is Sonawale located?
Sonawale village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonawale?
Sonawale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonawale?
The pincode of Sonawale is 421402.
What is the population of Sonawale?
Sonawale has a total population of 1,164, including 570 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Sonawale?
There are 282 households in Sonawale.
What is the literacy rate in Sonawale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonawale is 68.73%. Male literacy is 78.60% and female literacy is 59.26%.