Sonkhar
About Sonkhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sonkhar village is 554298. Sonkhar village is located in Roha tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Roha Ashtami (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Nhave is the gram panchayat of Sonkhar village.
The total geographical area of village is 79.71 hectares. Sonkhar has a total population of 429 peoples, out of which male population is 215 while female population is 214. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 995 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sonkhar village is 54.78% out of which 63.26% males and 46.26% females are literate. There are about 83 houses in sonkhar village.
When it comes to administration, Sonkhar 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, Sonkhar village comes under Alibag Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Roha Ashtami is nearest town to sonkhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Sonkhar
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 215 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 136 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 79 | 115 |
Connectivity of Sonkhar
| 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 Sonkhar
Where is Sonkhar located?
Sonkhar village is situated in Roha Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonkhar is Nhave (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sonkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhar is 429, with 215 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhar village has a total of 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhar is 54.78%. The male literacy rate is 63.26%, while the female literacy rate is 46.26%.