# Sonari, Jamshedpur

Sonari is the largest residential area in the city of Jamshedpur, which is also served by Sonari Airport (IATA: IXW, ICAO: VEJS). Domuhani bridge in Marine Drive connects Sonari with NH-33. The area is easily accessible through Marine Drive (Western Corridor) from Adityapur, Kadma, which also connects it with the Northern towns of Sakchi and Bistupur. The major roads such as Rivers Meet Road (a stretch of road from CH Area Circle to Domuhani), Balichela Road (a road running between the Sonari Town connects Balichela Junction to Kagal Nagar), and Dispensary Road (a city road running through Balichela).
Apart from the residential area, there is a large area of green cover. One can experience nature's beauty where the Subarnarekha and Kharkhai rivers meet at Domuhani.

## Infrastructure

Sonari houses plenty of housing societies and apartments. It has 2nd highest number of residential societies in the city. The area is divided into 4 layouts - North, West, East and South.

### Markets

There are multiple markets to cater such large neighbourhood. Major markets around the area are
* Adarsh Nagar Market : a small market situated in Adarsh Nagar Phase VI, serves Adarsh Nagar and areas nearby.
* Aerodrome Market : situated around the Rivers Meet Road, Airport Area, in proximity to New Line, East Layout, Khuntadih, Christianpara, South Layout.
* Domuhani Haat : a weekly haat organised in Domuhani (River's Confluence).
* Gudri Market : situated around Dispensary Road, South Layout, in proximity to Christianpara, Ballichela, Adarsh Nagar, South Layout.
* Kagalnagar Market : a marketplace situated around West Layout, in-proximity to Kagal Nagar, West Layout, East Layout.

### Parks and Recreation

To cater the residents of such large area, there are number of parks and green spaces built around the neighborhood. Such as Kagalnagar Park, Sonari Ram Mandir Park, New Kagalnagar Park, Joggers Park, Children's Park, Aerodrome Park etc. The neighborhood also features a community center known as Sonari Community Centre for various recreational activities. Maidans around the area are used for various purposes including playgrounds, wedding venues, and Durga Puja exhibitions.

### Places of Interest

* Tribal Culture Centre : Founded in the year 1990, the state-of-the-art center of excellence-cum-preservation centre aimed to preserve the rich culture of the Santhal, Ho, Oraon, Munda and other tribes. The centre has huge sculptures of leaders of the freedom movement like Baba Tilka Majhi, Birsa Munda and Sidho-Kanhu. The gallery is lined with paintings and the inner repository has a variety of antiques and relics on display.
* Domuhani (Confluence of Subarnarekha and Kharkai Rivers) : A significant geographical feature situated in the northern part of Sonari. The scenic beauty of the point is famous among tourists. The place, also regarded as a sacred site, has a temple, and is a spot of religious ceremonies and rituals near its banks. To promote tourism, development of parks and cultural centers are being done around the vicinity.

### Schools

Carmel Junior College located in Adarsh Nagar, along with its branch Carmel Bal Vihar. Other schools around the neighborhood include RMS High School (Khuntadih campus, Ballichela campus), DAV Girls High School, and various other kindergartens and playschools.

### Sub-localities and Colonies

Sonari has different mixed-use area blocks such as Kagal Nagar, Sangam Vihar, Adarsh Nagar, New Line, Christianpara, Khuntadih, Ballichela, Airport Area. The electricity in bustees are provided by the state-run electricity board, which accounts for a small portion of the area. The majority of area has electricity and water managed by JUSCO.
* Kagal Nagar : A well-known colony with lush green avenues. It has its own market and a park, and its proximity to ATMs, banks, shops, auto stand, and major roads makes it popular among citizens.
* Adarsh Nagar : A residential housing society spread across a large area. It is divided into 11 phases, also includes areas like Chandra Jyoti Nagar, Kunj Nagar etc. Features green spaces, markets, ATMs, shops, auto stand etc.
* West Layout : A planned mixed-use colony with wide green avenues. It has cafes, restaurants, hotels, supermarkets, coaching centres, branch offices and ATMs of almost all banks, maidans, and parks. It is connected to East Layout with a link road separating them.
* North Layout : Features most of the multi-floor apartments of the neighborhood. A major part of real estate development was done here within past decade, featuring townships like Vijaya's Golden Town, Swarn Vihar etc. Near to parks, ATMs, shops, schools, restaurants makes it favourable for new movers.
* Ashiana Gardens : A well-maintained and posh gated residential colony, built by Ashiana Housing. It features various duplexes, and multi-floor apartments.