Sonkhedi - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Sonkhedi is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Regwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonkhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkhedi is 477145. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.76 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sonkhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonkhedi
As per Census 2011, Sonkhedi village has a total population of 968 people, consisting of 487 males and 481 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 639 literate and 329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonkhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 | 487 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 61 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 382 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 105 | 224 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Sonkhedi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Sonkhedi is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonkhedi
Where is Sonkhedi located?
Sonkhedi village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonkhedi is Regwa.
What is the pincode of Sonkhedi?
The pincode of Sonkhedi is 451228.
What is the population of Sonkhedi?
Sonkhedi has a total population of 968, including 487 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhedi?
There are 191 households in Sonkhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonkhedi is 66.01%. Male literacy is 78.44% and female literacy is 53.43%.