Sonkhas
Sonkhas is a village located in Malegaon tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Pangrabandi is the gram panchayat of Sonkhas village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkhas unique in its vibrant Malegaon-Washim region. You’ll see Sonkhas’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 Sonkhas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkhas is 530588. The village spans a total geographical area of 508.74 hectares. Patur is nearest town to Sonkhas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Sonkhas
Population of Sonkhas
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhas has a total population of about 179, with approximately 93 males and 86 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 25 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 179. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.16%, with male literacy at about 73.12% and female literacy near 62.79%. There are around 41 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonkhas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 93 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 93 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 68 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 25 | 32 |
Connectivity of Sonkhas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkhas. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkhas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonkhas
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkhas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkhas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhas
- Where is Sonkhas located?
- Sonkhas village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonkhas is Pangrabandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonkhas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhas is 179, with 93 males and 86 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkhas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhas village has a total of 41 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkhas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhas is 68.16%. The male literacy rate is 73.12%, while the female literacy rate is 62.79%.