Sonkhas
Sonkhas is a village located in Mangrulpir tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Mangrulpir (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Jamb is the gram panchayat of Sonkhas village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkhas unique in its vibrant Mangrulpir-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 530798. The village spans a total geographical area of 309.17 hectares. Mangrulpir is nearest town to Sonkhas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
Google Map of Sonkhas
Population of Sonkhas
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhas has a total population of about 3,764, with approximately 1,876 males and 1,888 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 369 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,187 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 140. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.64%, with male literacy at about 87.42% and female literacy near 81.89%. There are around 798 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 | 3,764 | 1,876 | 1,888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 185 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,187 | 594 | 593 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 60 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 3,186 | 1,640 | 1,546 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 236 | 342 |
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 village |
| 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 Mangrulpir Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonkhas is Jamb (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 3,764, with 1,876 males and 1,888 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkhas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhas village has a total of 798 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkhas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhas is 84.64%. The male literacy rate is 87.42%, while the female literacy rate is 81.89%.