Sonkhedi Village Overview
Sonkhedi is a village in Kannod tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It lies about 5 km from Kannod tehsil headquarters and around 105 km from Dewas district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Sonkhedi village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Sonkhedi village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkhedi is 473750. The village covers a geographical area of 1490.12 hectares. Kannod is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Location Map of Sonkhedi
Population & Demographics of Sonkhedi
This section provides population and demographic details of Sonkhedi village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,043 | 1,047 | 996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 171 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 43 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 729 | 378 | 351 |
| Literate Population | 1,091 | 677 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 952 | 370 | 582 |
Key population details of Sonkhedi village are given below:
- Sonkhedi village is a well-populated village with a total population of around 2,043, including approximately 1,047 males and 996 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 89 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 729 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Sonkhedi village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 53.40%.
- There are around 406 households in Sonkhedi village.
Transport & Connectivity of Sonkhedi
Transport facilities help residents of Sonkhedi village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonkhedi
The following villages are located close to Sonkhedi and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhedi
- Where is Sonkhedi located?
- Sonkhedi village is located in Kannod Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhedi?
- Sonkhedi is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the population of Sonkhedi?
- Sonkhedi has a total population of 2,043, including 1,047 males and 996 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkhedi?
- There are 406 households in Sonkhedi.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkhedi?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonkhedi is 53.40%. Male literacy is 64.66% and female literacy is 41.57%.