Sonkhera
About Sonkhera
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sonkhera village is 600267. Sonkhera village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 457.89 hectares. Sonkhera has a total population of 1,909 peoples, out of which male population is 992 while female population is 917. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 924 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sonkhera village is 56.57% out of which 63.00% males and 49.62% females are literate. There are about 337 houses in sonkhera village. Pincode of sonkhera village locality is 585418.
When it comes to administration, Sonkhera village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sonkhera village comes under Homnabad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bidar Lok Sabha constituency. Homnabad is nearest town to sonkhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Sonkhera
The population details of Sonkhera cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,909 | 992 | 917 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 291 | 148 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 569 | 310 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 700 | 357 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 1,080 | 625 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 367 | 462 |
Connectivity of Sonkhera
| 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 |
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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%.