Sonekhari
Sonekhari is a village located in Amgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Amgaon (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Sonekhari village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonekhari unique in its vibrant Amgaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Sonekhari’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 Sonekhari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonekhari is 537963. The village spans a total geographical area of 384 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Sonekhari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonekhari village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonekhari
Population of Sonekhari
According to the 2011 Census, Sonekhari has a total population of about 897, with approximately 459 males and 438 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 76 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 283. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.46%, with male literacy at about 76.25% and female literacy near 64.38%. There are around 193 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonekhari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 897 | 459 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 146 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 632 | 350 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 109 | 156 |
Connectivity of Sonekhari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonekhari. As per the 2011 stats, Sonekhari 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonekhari
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonekhari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonekhari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonekhari
- Where is Sonekhari located?
- Sonekhari village is situated in Amgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonekhari?
- Sonekhari serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonekhari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonekhari is 897, with 459 males and 438 females.
- How many households are there in Sonekhari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonekhari village has a total of 193 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonekhari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonekhari is 70.46%. The male literacy rate is 76.25%, while the female literacy rate is 64.38%.