Sonkund - Bhandara
Sonkund is a village situated in the Bhandara tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from Bhandara, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Koka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonkund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkund is 536971. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.24 hectares and falls under the 441905 pincode.
Sonkund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Sonkund
Sonkund 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koka | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Kesalwada | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Chandrapur | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Bonde | West | 2.71 km |
| Dudhara | South | 3.07 km |
| Palora(jambhora) | North | 3.10 km |
| Khadki | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Sarpewada | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Navegaon | West | 3.84 km |
| Injewada | South-West | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonkund
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Sonkund. The nearest railway station is Koka, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bhandara to Sonkund is about 33 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 Sonkund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonkund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sonkund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonkund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sonkund
Where is Sonkund located?
Sonkund village is located in Bhandara Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkund?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonkund is Koka.
What is the pincode of Sonkund?
The pincode of Sonkund is 441905.