Sonkheda Kalan - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Sonkheda Kalan is a village situated in the Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khilchipur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Sonkhedakalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonkheda Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkheda Kalan is 479252. The village covers a total geographical area of 413.92 hectares and falls under the 465691 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Sonkheda Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khilchipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonkheda Kalan
As per Census 2011, Sonkheda Kalan village has a total population of 1,379 people, consisting of 678 males and 701 females. The village has 356 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 630 literate and 749 illiterate residents. Additionally, 392 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonkheda Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,379 | 678 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 94 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 182 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 630 | 383 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 749 | 295 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Sonkheda Kalan
Sonkheda Kalan 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 Sonkheda Kalan
Sonkheda Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Khilchipur to Sonkheda Kalan is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Sonkheda Kalan is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonkheda Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonkheda Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonkheda Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonkheda Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonkheda Kalan
Where is Sonkheda Kalan located?
Sonkheda Kalan village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkheda Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonkheda Kalan is Sonkhedakalan.
What is the pincode of Sonkheda Kalan?
The pincode of Sonkheda Kalan is 465691.
What is the population of Sonkheda Kalan?
Sonkheda Kalan has a total population of 1,379, including 678 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Sonkheda Kalan?
There are 356 households in Sonkheda Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkheda Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonkheda Kalan is 45.69%. Male literacy is 56.49% and female literacy is 35.24%.