Sonkh Dehat
Sonkh Dehat is a village located in Mathura tehsil of Mathura district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from Mathura, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sonkh Dehat village. As per 2009 stats, Sonkh Dehat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonkh Dehat unique in its vibrant Mathura region. You’ll see Sonkh Dehat’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 Sonkh Dehat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonkh Dehat is 124247. The village spans a total geographical area of 962.04 hectares. Mathura is nearest town to Sonkh Dehat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonkh Dehat 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 Goverdhan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonkh Dehat
Population of Sonkh Dehat
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkh Dehat has a total population of about 2,630, with approximately 1,429 males and 1,201 females. The sex ratio is around 840 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 314 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 767 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.33%, with male literacy at about 79.85% and female literacy near 54.62%. There are around 446 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonkh Dehat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,630 | 1,429 | 1,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 183 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 767 | 425 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,797 | 1,141 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 833 | 288 | 545 |
Connectivity of Sonkh Dehat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonkh Dehat. As per the 2011 stats, Sonkh Dehat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Sonkh Dehat
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonkh Dehat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonkh Dehat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonkh Dehat
- Where is Sonkh Dehat located?
- Sonkh Dehat village is situated in Mathura Tehsil, within the Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonkh Dehat?
- Sonkh Dehat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonkh Dehat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonkh Dehat is 2,630, with 1,429 males and 1,201 females.
- How many households are there in Sonkh Dehat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonkh Dehat village has a total of 446 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonkh Dehat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonkh Dehat is 68.33%. The male literacy rate is 79.85%, while the female literacy rate is 54.62%.