Sonani - Reodar, Sirohi
Sonani is a village situated in the Reodar tehsil of Sirohi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Reodar and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Sirohi. Sonela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonani is 090302. The village covers a total geographical area of 735.01 hectares and falls under the 307513 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Sonani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonani
As per Census 2011, Sonani village has a total population of 1,648 people, consisting of 859 males and 789 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 626 literate and 1,022 illiterate residents. Additionally, 257 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 286 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,648 | 859 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 164 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 131 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 148 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 626 | 426 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,022 | 433 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Sonani
Sonani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maleepura | East | 2.20 km |
| Suliva | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Sorda | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Sonela | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Danpura | South | 3.36 km |
| Peethapura M | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Kusma | East | 3.63 km |
| Morwara | North-West | 3.93 km |
| Magariwara | East | 5.33 km |
| Mandar | South | 5.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonani
Public transport in the Sonani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Raniwara, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abu Road to Sonani is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sirohi to Sonani is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonani 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 Sonani
Where is Sonani located?
Sonani village is located in Reodar Tehsil, Sirohi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonani is Sonela.
What is the pincode of Sonani?
The pincode of Sonani is 307513.
What is the population of Sonani?
Sonani has a total population of 1,648, including 859 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Sonani?
There are 278 households in Sonani.
What is the literacy rate in Sonani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonani is 37.99%. Male literacy is 49.59% and female literacy is 25.35%.