Sonkhed
About Sonkhed
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sonkhed village is 560815. Sonkhed village is located in Nilanga tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Nilanga (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Sonakhed is the gram panchayat of Sonkhed village.
The total geographical area of village is 525.53 hectares. Sonkhed has a total population of 1,515 peoples, out of which male population is 798 while female population is 717. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 898 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sonkhed village is 63.10% out of which 68.92% males and 56.62% females are literate. There are about 312 houses in sonkhed village.
When it comes to administration, Sonkhed village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sonkhed village comes under Nilanga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Latur Lok Sabha constituency. Nilanga is nearest town to sonkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Sonkhed
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,515 | 798 | 717 |
| Literate Population | 956 | 550 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 248 | 311 |
Connectivity of Sonkhed
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhed
Where is Sonkhed located?
Sonkhed village is situated in Nilanga Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonkhed is Sonakhed (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sonkhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhed is 1,515, with 798 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhed village has a total of 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhed as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhed is 63.10%. The male literacy rate is 68.92%, while the female literacy rate is 56.62%.