Sonora Kakde - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Sonora Kakde is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Gokulsara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonora Kakde village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonora Kakde is 533302. The village covers a total geographical area of 427 hectares and falls under the 444709 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sonora Kakde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonora Kakde
As per Census 2011, Sonora Kakde village has a total population of 433 people, consisting of 233 males and 200 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 327 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonora Kakde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 433 | 233 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 186 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 47 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Sonora Kakde
Sonora Kakde is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Salabadpur | North | 1.61 km |
| Ashta | South | 2.07 km |
| Borgaon Nistane | North | 2.24 km |
| Zada | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Wadala | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Salfal | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Mulfatpur | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Gokulsara | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Nijampur | East | 3.82 km |
| Dighi Mahalle | North | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonora Kakde
Public transport in the Sonora Kakde is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talni, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dattapur Dhamangaon to Sonora Kakde is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Sonora Kakde is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonora Kakde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonora Kakde 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 Sonora Kakde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonora Kakde 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sonora Kakde
Where is Sonora Kakde located?
Sonora Kakde village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonora Kakde?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonora Kakde is Gokulsara.
What is the pincode of Sonora Kakde?
The pincode of Sonora Kakde is 444709.
What is the population of Sonora Kakde?
Sonora Kakde has a total population of 433, including 233 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Sonora Kakde?
There are 109 households in Sonora Kakde.
What is the literacy rate in Sonora Kakde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonora Kakde is 75.52%. Male literacy is 79.83% and female literacy is 70.50%.