Sonkhedi
Sonkhedi is a village located in Kannod tehsil of Dewas district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kannod (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Dewas. As per 2009 stats, Sonkhedi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkhedi unique in its vibrant Kannod-Dewas region. You’ll see Sonkhedi’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 Sonkhedi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkhedi is 473750. The village spans a total geographical area of 1490.12 hectares. Kannod is nearest town to Sonkhedi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Sonkhedi
Population of Sonkhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhedi has a total population of about 2,043, with approximately 1,047 males and 996 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 308 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 89 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 729. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.40%, with male literacy at about 64.66% and female literacy near 41.57%. There are around 406 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonkhedi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
Connectivity of Sonkhedi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkhedi. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkhedi had access to public bus service, private bus service and 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
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkhedi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkhedi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhedi
- Where is Sonkhedi located?
- Sonkhedi village is situated in Kannod Tehsil, within the Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhedi?
- Sonkhedi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhedi is 2,043, with 1,047 males and 996 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhedi village has a total of 406 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhedi is 53.40%. The male literacy rate is 64.66%, while the female literacy rate is 41.57%.