Sonkhar

Sonkhar is a village located in Pen tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Pen (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Sonkhar village is also a gram panchayat.

Sonkhar has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Sonkhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkhar is 553876. The village spans a total geographical area of 274.88 hectares. Pen is nearest town to Sonkhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Sonkhar

Below is a concise population overview of Sonkhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,205 624 581
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 145 79 66
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 2 2
Literate Population 873 507 366
Illiterate Population 332 117 215

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonkhar village:

  • The total population of Sonkhar village is around 1,205, including approximately 624 males and 581 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Sonkhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonkhar village has 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonkhar village is about 72.45%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 62.99%.
  • There are around 281 households in Sonkhar village.

Connectivity of Sonkhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkhar. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkhar 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sonkhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkhar.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhar

Where is Sonkhar located?
Sonkhar village is situated in Pen Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhar?
Sonkhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sonkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhar is 1,205, with 624 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhar village has a total of 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhar is 72.45%. The male literacy rate is 81.25%, while the female literacy rate is 62.99%.