Sonkire
Sonkire is a village located in Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kadegaon (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Sonkire village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkire unique in its vibrant Kadegaon-Sangli region. You’ll see Sonkire’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sonkire
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkire is 568445. The village spans a total geographical area of 1161.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415303. Vita is nearest town to Sonkire village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonkire 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 Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonkire
Population of Sonkire
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkire has a total population of about 2,238, with approximately 1,101 males and 1,137 females. The sex ratio is around 1032 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 229 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 348 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.66%, with male literacy at about 81.02% and female literacy near 68.51%. There are around 479 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonkire's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,238 | 1,101 | 1,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 113 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 173 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,671 | 892 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 209 | 358 |
Connectivity of Sonkire
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkire. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkire 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonkire
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkire helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkire.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkire
- Where is Sonkire located?
- Sonkire village is situated in Kadegaon Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkire?
- Sonkire serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonkire?
- The pincode of Sonkire is 415303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonkire as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkire is 2,238, with 1,101 males and 1,137 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkire as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkire village has a total of 479 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkire as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkire is 74.66%. The male literacy rate is 81.02%, while the female literacy rate is 68.51%.