Sonkhedi - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Sonkhedi is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Sonkhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkhedi is 477886. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.52 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sonkhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonkhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhedi village had a total population of 1,310 people, including 681 males and 629 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.15%, with male literacy at 55.86% and female literacy at 37.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 944.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,310 | 681 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 135 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 944 | 476 | 468 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 305 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 376 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Sonkhedi
Sonkhedi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonkhedi
Sonkhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhiranya to Sonkhedi is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Sonkhedi is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonkhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonkhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonkhedi
Where is Sonkhedi located?
Sonkhedi village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonkhedi?
Sonkhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonkhedi?
The pincode of Sonkhedi is 451332.
What is the population of Sonkhedi?
Sonkhedi had a total population of 1,310, including 681 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhedi?
Sonkhedi had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonkhedi was 47.15%. Male literacy was 55.86% and female literacy was 37.80%.