Sonkhera - Homnabad, Bidar
Sonkhera is a village situated in the Homnabad taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Homnabad and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Chandanhalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonkhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkhera is 600267. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.89 hectares and falls under the 585418 pincode. Homnabad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sonkhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Homnabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonkhera
As per Census 2011, Sonkhera village has a total population of 1,909 people, consisting of 992 males and 917 females. The village has 337 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,080 literate and 829 illiterate residents. Additionally, 569 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 700 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonkhera are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sonkhera
Sonkhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sedol | South | 1.36 km |
| Chandanahalli | North | 1.69 km |
| Othagi | East | 3.70 km |
| Handikhera | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Kankatta | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Warwatti (k) | East | 4.53 km |
| Hunsgera | West | 4.73 km |
| Chinkera | South-East | 5.12 km |
| Hunsnal | North | 5.83 km |
| Ghatboral | North-West | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonkhera
Sonkhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Halbarga, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.8 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 Homnabad to Sonkhera is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Sonkhera is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonkhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonkhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonkhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonkhera 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 Sonkhera
Where is Sonkhera located?
Sonkhera village is located in Homnabad Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonkhera is Chandanhalli.
What is the pincode of Sonkhera?
The pincode of Sonkhera is 585418.
What is the population of Sonkhera?
Sonkhera has a total population of 1,909, including 992 males and 917 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhera?
There are 337 households in Sonkhera.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonkhera is 56.57%. Male literacy is 63.00% and female literacy is 49.62%.