Sonkhas - Malegaon, Washim
Sonkhas is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Pangrabandi serves as the Village Panchayat for Sonkhas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkhas is 530588. The village covers a total geographical area of 508.74 hectares and falls under the 444503 pincode. Patur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sonkhas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Risod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonkhas
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhas village had a total population of 179 people, including 93 males and 86 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.22%, with male literacy at 82.93% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 93 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 93 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 68 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 25 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Sonkhas
Sonkhas 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 Sonkhas
Public transport in the Sonkhas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Patur to Sonkhas is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Sonkhas is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonkhas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonkhas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonkhas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonkhas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonkhas
Where is Sonkhas located?
Sonkhas village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sonkhas?
The Village Panchayat of Sonkhas is Pangrabandi.
What is the pincode of Sonkhas?
The pincode of Sonkhas is 444503.
What is the population of Sonkhas?
Sonkhas had a total population of 179, including 93 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhas?
Sonkhas had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonkhas was 79.22%. Male literacy was 82.93% and female literacy was 75.00%.