Sonkh
About Sonkh
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sonkh village is 073711. Sonkh village is located in Kathumar tehsil of Alwar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kathumar (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Alwar. As per 2009 stats, Sonkh village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1100 hectares. Sonkh has a total population of 4,574 peoples, out of which male population is 2,444 while female population is 2,130. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 871 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sonkh village is 59.09% out of which 71.69% males and 44.65% females are literate. There are about 704 houses in sonkh village. Pincode of sonkh village locality is 321605.
When it comes to administration, Sonkh village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sonkh village comes under Kathumar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bharatpur Lok Sabha constituency. Nagar is nearest town to sonkh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Sonkh
The population details of Sonkh cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,574 | 2,444 | 2,130 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 646 | 344 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 796 | 434 | 362 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 2,703 | 1,752 | 951 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,871 | 692 | 1,179 |
Connectivity of Sonkh
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkh
Where is Sonkh located?
Sonkh village is situated in Kathumar Tehsil, within the Alwar district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkh?
Sonkh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sonkh?
The pincode of Sonkh is 321605, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonkh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkh is 4,574, with 2,444 males and 2,130 females.
How many households are there in Sonkh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonkh village has a total of 704 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkh is 59.09%. The male literacy rate is 71.69%, while the female literacy rate is 44.65%.