Sonkhara
Sonkhara is a village located in Bamori tehsil of Guna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Bamori (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Guna. As per 2009 stats, Sonkhara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkhara unique in its vibrant Bamori-Guna region. You’ll see Sonkhara’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 Sonkhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkhara is 498997. The village spans a total geographical area of 1350 hectares. Guna is nearest town to Sonkhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonkhara 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 Bamori Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonkhara
Population of Sonkhara
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhara has a total population of about 1,573, with approximately 825 males and 748 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 267 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 321 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 170. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.90%, with male literacy at about 62.67% and female literacy near 35.83%. There are around 277 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonkhara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,573 | 825 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 143 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 171 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 89 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 517 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 308 | 480 |
Connectivity of Sonkhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkhara. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkhara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonkhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhara
- Where is Sonkhara located?
- Sonkhara village is situated in Bamori Tehsil, within the Guna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhara?
- Sonkhara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonkhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhara is 1,573, with 825 males and 748 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhara village has a total of 277 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhara is 49.90%. The male literacy rate is 62.67%, while the female literacy rate is 35.83%.