Sonkhas

Sonkhas is a village located in Ghatanji tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Ghatanji (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Parwha is the gram panchayat of Sonkhas village.

Sonkhas has its own place in the vibrant Yavatmal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sonkhas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkhas is 543390. The village spans a total geographical area of 581.45 hectares. Ghatanji is nearest town to Sonkhas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Sonkhas

Below is a concise population overview of Sonkhas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 676 333 343
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 102 55 47
Scheduled Castes (SC) 35 19 16
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 16 7 9
Literate Population 452 247 205
Illiterate Population 224 86 138

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonkhas village:

  • The total population of Sonkhas village is around 676, including approximately 333 males and 343 females, with a sex ratio of 1030 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 102 children aged 0–6 years in Sonkhas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonkhas village has 35 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 16 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonkhas village is about 66.86%, with male literacy at 74.17% and female literacy at 59.77%.
  • There are around 169 households in Sonkhas village.

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 <5 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhas

Where is Sonkhas located?
Sonkhas village is situated in Ghatanji Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhas?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonkhas is Parwha (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 676, with 333 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhas village has a total of 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhas is 66.86%. The male literacy rate is 74.17%, while the female literacy rate is 59.77%.