Sonkhamb - Katol, Nagpur
Sonkhamb is a village situated in the Katol tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katol and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Sonkhamb village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkhamb is 534957. The village covers a total geographical area of 998 hectares and falls under the 441302 pincode. Katol is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sonkhamb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonkhamb
As per Census 2011, Sonkhamb village has a total population of 974 people, consisting of 476 males and 498 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 709 literate and 265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonkhamb are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sonkhamb
Sonkhamb 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranghoda (rithi) | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Mohagaon (rithi) | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Ubagi(rithi) | South | 2.56 km |
| Tarabodi | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Metpanjara | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Chargaon | East | 3.21 km |
| Lakholi | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Malegaon | North | 3.93 km |
| Ajangaon | West | 4.13 km |
| Chendkapur | North | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonkhamb
Sonkhamb is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sonkhamb, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katol to Sonkhamb is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Sonkhamb is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonkhamb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonkhamb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonkhamb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonkhamb village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonkhamb
Where is Sonkhamb located?
Sonkhamb village is located in Katol Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhamb?
Sonkhamb is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonkhamb?
The pincode of Sonkhamb is 441302.
What is the population of Sonkhamb?
Sonkhamb has a total population of 974, including 476 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhamb?
There are 224 households in Sonkhamb.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhamb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonkhamb is 72.79%. Male literacy is 81.09% and female literacy is 64.86%.