Sonkhera
Sonkhera is a village located in Homnabad taluka of Bidar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Homnabad (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Bidar. As per 2009 stats, Chandanhalli is the gram panchayat of Sonkhera village.
Sonkhera has its own place in the vibrant Bidar 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 Sonkhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkhera is 600267. The village spans a total geographical area of 457.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585418. Homnabad is nearest town to Sonkhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonkhera 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 Homnabad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bidar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Sonkhera
Below is a concise population overview of Sonkhera 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 | 1,909 | 992 | 917 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 148 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 569 | 310 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 700 | 357 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 1,080 | 625 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 367 | 462 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonkhera village:
- The total population of Sonkhera village is around 1,909, including approximately 992 males and 917 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 291 children aged 0–6 years in Sonkhera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonkhera village has 569 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 700 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonkhera village is about 56.57%, with male literacy at 63.00% and female literacy at 49.62%.
- There are around 337 households in Sonkhera village.
Connectivity of Sonkhera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkhera. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkhera 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonkhera
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkhera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhera
- Where is Sonkhera located?
- Sonkhera village is situated in Homnabad Taluka, within the Bidar district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonkhera is Chandanhalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonkhera?
- The pincode of Sonkhera is 585418, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonkhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhera is 1,909, with 992 males and 917 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhera village has a total of 337 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhera is 56.57%. The male literacy rate is 63.00%, while the female literacy rate is 49.62%.