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.
Sonkhara has its own place in the vibrant Guna region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Sonkhara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonkhara village:
- The total population of Sonkhara village is around 1,573, including approximately 825 males and 748 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 267 children aged 0–6 years in Sonkhara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonkhara village has 321 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 170 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonkhara village is about 49.90%, with male literacy at 62.67% and female literacy at 35.83%.
- There are around 277 households in Sonkhara village.
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%.