Sonegaon Khunkar - Hinganghat, Wardha
Sonegaon Khunkar is a village situated in the Hinganghat tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hinganghat and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Ajansara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonegaon Khunkar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonegaon Khunkar is 534486. The village covers a total geographical area of 512.39 hectares and falls under the 442307 pincode. Hinganghat is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sonegaon Khunkar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hinganghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonegaon Khunkar
As per Census 2011, Sonegaon Khunkar village has a total population of 527 people, consisting of 285 males and 242 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 366 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonegaon Khunkar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 527 | 285 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 53 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 202 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 83 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Sonegaon Khunkar
Sonegaon Khunkar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonegaon Khunkar
Sonegaon Khunkar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hinganghat to Sonegaon Khunkar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Sonegaon Khunkar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonegaon Khunkar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonegaon Khunkar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonegaon Khunkar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonegaon Khunkar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonegaon Khunkar
Where is Sonegaon Khunkar located?
Sonegaon Khunkar village is located in Hinganghat Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonegaon Khunkar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonegaon Khunkar is Ajansara.
What is the pincode of Sonegaon Khunkar?
The pincode of Sonegaon Khunkar is 442307.
What is the population of Sonegaon Khunkar?
Sonegaon Khunkar has a total population of 527, including 285 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Sonegaon Khunkar?
There are 142 households in Sonegaon Khunkar.
What is the literacy rate in Sonegaon Khunkar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonegaon Khunkar is 69.45%. Male literacy is 70.88% and female literacy is 67.77%.