Sonkhed - Nilanga, Latur
Sonkhed is a village situated in the Nilanga tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilanga and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Sonakhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkhed is 560815. The village covers a total geographical area of 525.53 hectares and falls under the 413522 pincode. Nilanga is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sonkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonkhed
As per Census 2011, Sonkhed village has a total population of 1,515 people, consisting of 798 males and 717 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 956 literate and 559 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,515 | 798 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 100 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 102 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 956 | 550 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 248 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Sonkhed
Sonkhed is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandori | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Jamga | North | 2.55 km |
| Sangareddiwadi | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Yelnur | West | 3.03 km |
| Sawari | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Borsuri | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Gunjarga | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Chandoriwadi | South | 4.16 km |
| Mane Jawalga | East | 4.55 km |
| Waksa | South-West | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonkhed
Sonkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalgupur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilanga to Sonkhed is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Sonkhed is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonkhed
Where is Sonkhed located?
Sonkhed village is located in Nilanga Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonkhed is Sonakhed.
What is the pincode of Sonkhed?
The pincode of Sonkhed is 413522.
What is the population of Sonkhed?
Sonkhed has a total population of 1,515, including 798 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhed?
There are 312 households in Sonkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonkhed is 63.10%. Male literacy is 68.92% and female literacy is 56.62%.