Sonkhedi
Sonkhedi is a village located in Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Jhiranya (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Sonkhedi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkhedi unique in its vibrant Jhiranya-Khargone 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 477886. The village spans a total geographical area of 493.52 hectares. Jhiranya is nearest town to Sonkhedi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Sonkhedi
Population of Sonkhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhedi has a total population of about 1,310, with approximately 681 males and 629 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 256 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 944. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.94%, with male literacy at about 44.79% and female literacy near 30.52%. There are around 213 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 | 1,310 | 681 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 135 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 944 | 476 | 468 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 305 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 376 | 437 |
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 Jhiranya Tehsil, within the Khargone 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 1,310, with 681 males and 629 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhedi village has a total of 213 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhedi is 37.94%. The male literacy rate is 44.79%, while the female literacy rate is 30.52%.