Sonkhed

Sonkhed is a village located in Ahmadpur tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Ahmadpur (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Sonkhed village is also a gram panchayat.

Sonkhed has its own place in the vibrant Latur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sonkhed

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkhed is 560306. The village spans a total geographical area of 881 hectares. Ahmadpur is nearest town to Sonkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Sonkhed

Below is a concise population overview of Sonkhed as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 701 370 331
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 42 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) 161 84 77
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 480 269 211
Illiterate Population 221 101 120

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonkhed village:

  • The total population of Sonkhed village is around 701, including approximately 370 males and 331 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Sonkhed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonkhed village has 161 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sonkhed village is about 68.47%, with male literacy at 72.70% and female literacy at 63.75%.
  • There are around 136 households in Sonkhed village.

Connectivity of Sonkhed

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkhed 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 Sonkhed

Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkhed.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhed

Where is Sonkhed located?
Sonkhed village is situated in Ahmadpur Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhed?
Sonkhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sonkhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhed is 701, with 370 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhed village has a total of 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhed as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhed is 68.47%. The male literacy rate is 72.70%, while the female literacy rate is 63.75%.