Sonkatch
Sonkatch is a village located in Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Berasia (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Bhopal. As per 2009 stats, Sonkutch is the gram panchayat of Sonkatch village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkatch unique in its vibrant Berasia-Bhopal region. You’ll see Sonkatch’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sonkatch
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkatch is 482277. The village spans a total geographical area of 640.9 hectares. Berasia is nearest town to Sonkatch village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonkatch 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 Berasia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhopal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonkatch
Population of Sonkatch
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkatch has a total population of about 1,001, with approximately 496 males and 505 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 165 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 370 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 147. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.14%, with male literacy at about 63.71% and female literacy near 50.69%. There are around 218 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonkatch's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,001 | 496 | 505 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 72 | 93 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 178 | 192 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 73 | 74 |
Literate Population | 572 | 316 | 256 |
Illiterate Population | 429 | 180 | 249 |
Connectivity of Sonkatch
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkatch. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkatch had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonkatch
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkatch helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkatch.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkatch
- Where is Sonkatch located?
- Sonkatch village is situated in Berasia Tehsil, within the Bhopal district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkatch?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonkatch is Sonkutch (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonkatch as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkatch is 1,001, with 496 males and 505 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkatch as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkatch village has a total of 218 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkatch as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkatch is 57.14%. The male literacy rate is 63.71%, while the female literacy rate is 50.69%.