Sonkhedi
Sonkhedi is a village located in Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Amalner (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Sonkhedi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkhedi unique in its vibrant Amalner-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Sonkhedi’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 Sonkhedi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkhedi is 527447. The village spans a total geographical area of 547 hectares. Amalner is nearest town to Sonkhedi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Sonkhedi
Population of Sonkhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhedi has a total population of about 968, with approximately 500 males and 468 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 141 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 271. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.18%, with male literacy at about 80.20% and female literacy near 61.54%. There are around 210 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonkhedi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 | 500 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 74 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 138 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 401 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 99 | 180 |
Connectivity of Sonkhedi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkhedi. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkhedi 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 Sonkhedi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkhedi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkhedi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhedi
- Where is Sonkhedi located?
- Sonkhedi village is situated in Amalner Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhedi?
- Sonkhedi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhedi is 968, with 500 males and 468 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhedi village has a total of 210 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhedi is 71.18%. The male literacy rate is 80.20%, while the female literacy rate is 61.54%.