Sonkhas (Jo.S) - Kalamb, Yavatmal
Sonkhas (Jo.S) is a village situated in the Kalamb tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalamb and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Mawalni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonkhas (Jo.S) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkhas (Jo.S) is 542330. The village covers a total geographical area of 1334.98 hectares and falls under the 445401 pincode. Yavatmal is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sonkhas (Jo.S) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonkhas (Jo.S)
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhas (Jo.S) village had a total population of 127 people, including 65 males and 62 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.18%, with male literacy at 89.09% and female literacy at 67.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 49 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 16 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Sonkhas (Jo.S)
Sonkhas (Jo.S) 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 (Jo.S)
Sonkhas (Jo.S) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Yavatmal to Sonkhas (Jo.S) is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonkhas (Jo.S)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonkhas (Jo.S) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonkhas (Jo.S)
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 (Jo.S) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonkhas (Jo.S)
Where is Sonkhas (Jo.S) located?
Sonkhas (Jo.S) village is located in Kalamb Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhas (Jo.S)?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonkhas (Jo.S) is Mawalni.
What is the pincode of Sonkhas (Jo.S)?
The pincode of Sonkhas (Jo.S) is 445401.
What is the population of Sonkhas (Jo.S)?
Sonkhas (Jo.S) had a total population of 127, including 65 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhas (Jo.S)?
Sonkhas (Jo.S) had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhas (Jo.S)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonkhas (Jo.S) was 78.18%. Male literacy was 89.09% and female literacy was 67.27%.