Sonkhed
About Sonkhed
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sonkhed village is 545198. Sonkhed village is located in Loha tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Loha (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Sonkhed village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1891.89 hectares. Sonkhed has a total population of 5,995 peoples, out of which male population is 3,110 while female population is 2,885. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 927 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sonkhed village is 67.54% out of which 74.08% males and 60.49% females are literate. There are about 1,100 houses in sonkhed village. Pincode of sonkhed village locality is 431725.
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 Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency & Latur Lok Sabha constituency. Loha is nearest town to sonkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Sonkhed
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,995 | 3,110 | 2,885 |
| Literate Population | 4,049 | 2,304 | 1,745 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,946 | 806 | 1,140 |
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 Loha Tehsil, within the Nanded 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 pincode of Sonkhed?
The pincode of Sonkhed is 431725, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonkhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhed is 5,995, with 3,110 males and 2,885 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhed village has a total of 1,100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhed as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhed is 67.54%. The male literacy rate is 74.08%, while the female literacy rate is 60.49%.