Sonkhari

Sonkhari is a village located in Kathumar tehsil of Alwar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kathumar (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Alwar. As per 2009 stats, Sonkhari village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Sonkhari unique in its vibrant Kathumar-Alwar region. You’ll see Sonkhari’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 Sonkhari

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkhari is 073795. The village spans a total geographical area of 1114 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 321606. Kherli is nearest town to Sonkhari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sonkhari village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kathumar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sonkhari

According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhari has a total population of about 4,318, with approximately 2,310 males and 2,008 females. The sex ratio is around 869 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 771 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,634 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 198. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.80%, with male literacy at about 65.28% and female literacy near 38.45%. There are around 679 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonkhari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,318 2,310 2,008
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 771 404 367
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,634 858 776
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 198 104 94
Literate Population 2,280 1,508 772
Illiterate Population 2,038 802 1,236

Connectivity of Sonkhari

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkhari. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkhari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sonkhari

Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkhari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkhari.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkhari

Where is Sonkhari located?
Sonkhari village is situated in Kathumar Tehsil, within the Alwar district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkhari?
Sonkhari serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sonkhari?
The pincode of Sonkhari is 321606, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sonkhari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkhari is 4,318, with 2,310 males and 2,008 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sonkhari village has a total of 679 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkhari is 52.80%. The male literacy rate is 65.28%, while the female literacy rate is 38.45%.