Sonkhamb
Sonkhamb is a village located in Katol tehsil of Nagpur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Katol (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Nagpur. As per 2009 stats, Sonkhamb village is also a gram panchayat.
Sonkhamb has its own place in the vibrant Nagpur 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 Sonkhamb
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkhamb is 534957. The village spans a total geographical area of 998 hectares. Katol is nearest town to Sonkhamb village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonkhamb village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Katol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ramtek Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonkhamb
Population of Sonkhamb
Below is a concise population overview of Sonkhamb as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 974 | 476 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 386 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 90 | 175 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonkhamb village:
- The total population of Sonkhamb village is around 974, including approximately 476 males and 498 females, with a sex ratio of 1046 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Sonkhamb village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonkhamb village has 110 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 72 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonkhamb village is about 72.79%, with male literacy at 81.09% and female literacy at 64.86%.
- There are around 224 households in Sonkhamb village.
Connectivity of Sonkhamb
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkhamb. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkhamb 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Sonkhamb
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkhamb helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkhamb.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhamb
- Where is Sonkhamb located?
- Sonkhamb village is situated in Katol Tehsil, within the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhamb?
- Sonkhamb serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonkhamb as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhamb is 974, with 476 males and 498 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkhamb as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhamb village has a total of 224 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkhamb as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhamb is 72.79%. The male literacy rate is 81.09%, while the female literacy rate is 64.86%.