Sonkheda
Sonkheda is a village located in Khuldabad tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Khuldabad (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Sonkheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkheda unique in its vibrant Khuldabad-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Sonkheda’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 Sonkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkheda is 549005. The village spans a total geographical area of 388.8 hectares. Khuldabad is nearest town to Sonkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Sonkheda
Population of Sonkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkheda has a total population of about 1,155, with approximately 596 males and 559 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 135 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 226 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.84%, with male literacy at about 75.17% and female literacy near 57.96%. There are around 222 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonkheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,155 | 596 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 80 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 117 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 772 | 448 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 148 | 235 |
Connectivity of Sonkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkheda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkheda
- Where is Sonkheda located?
- Sonkheda village is situated in Khuldabad Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkheda?
- Sonkheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkheda is 1,155, with 596 males and 559 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkheda village has a total of 222 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkheda is 66.84%. The male literacy rate is 75.17%, while the female literacy rate is 57.96%.