Sonkatch - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Sonkatch is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Sonkachh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonkatch village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkatch is 480099. The village covers a total geographical area of 1224.59 hectares and falls under the 465669 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sonkatch village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biaora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonkatch
As per Census 2011, Sonkatch village has a total population of 2,333 people, consisting of 1,173 males and 1,160 females. The village has 521 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,153 literate and 1,180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 233 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonkatch are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,333 | 1,173 | 1,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 143 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 120 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 1,153 | 728 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,180 | 445 | 735 |
Nearby Villages of Sonkatch
Sonkatch 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 Sonkatch
Sonkatch is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Narsinghgarh to Sonkatch is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Sonkatch is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonkatch
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonkatch 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 Sonkatch
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonkatch village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonkatch
Where is Sonkatch located?
Sonkatch village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkatch?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonkatch is Sonkachh.
What is the pincode of Sonkatch?
The pincode of Sonkatch is 465669.
What is the population of Sonkatch?
Sonkatch has a total population of 2,333, including 1,173 males and 1,160 females.
How many households are there in Sonkatch?
There are 521 households in Sonkatch.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkatch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonkatch is 49.42%. Male literacy is 62.06% and female literacy is 36.64%.