Sonkheda
Sonkheda is a village located in Jafferabad tehsil of Jalna district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Jafferabad (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Jalna. As per 2009 stats, Sawarkheda Gondhan is the gram panchayat of Sonkheda village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkheda unique in its vibrant Jafferabad-Jalna 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 547464. The village spans a total geographical area of 436.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431206. Chikhli is nearest town to Sonkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Sonkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkheda has a total population of about 635, with approximately 325 males and 310 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 57 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.68%, with male literacy at about 70.77% and female literacy near 54.19%. There are around 133 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 | 635 | 325 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 47 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 230 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 95 | 142 |
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 10+ 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 Jafferabad Tehsil, within the Jalna district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkheda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonkheda is Sawarkheda Gondhan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonkheda?
- The pincode of Sonkheda is 431206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkheda is 635, with 325 males and 310 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkheda village has a total of 133 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkheda is 62.68%. The male literacy rate is 70.77%, while the female literacy rate is 54.19%.