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.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkhas unique in its vibrant Ghatanji-Yavatmal 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 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.
Google Map of Sonkhas
Population of Sonkhas
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhas has a total population of about 676, with approximately 333 males and 343 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 35 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.86%, with male literacy at about 74.17% and female literacy near 59.77%. There are around 169 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 | 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 |
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.
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%.