Sign In Register

Sonkach, India

Madhya Pradesh · India

Sonkach is a small city in Madhya Pradesh, India with a population of 16,545. Elevation: 1,568 ft (478 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
16,545 Population 47/sq mi density
1,568 ft Elevation 478 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
42.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$9,500 home value, $30/mo rent

Discover Sonkach, India

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

People

Population16,545
Median Age24.0 yrs
Density47/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,400
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty28.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,500
Rent$30
Housing Units6,618
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,568 ft (478 m)
Population16,545
Population Density47 / sq mi
Elevation1,568 ft (478 m)
Coordinates22.9717°, 76.3467°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMadhya Pradesh
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation42.6 inches (1,081 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age24.0 years

About Sonkach

Sonkach is a small city in India (Madhya Pradesh) with a population of 16,545. The city sits at an elevation of 1,568 feet (478 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sonkach has a population of 16,545 with a density of 47 people per square mile, spread across 350.0 square miles. The median age is 24.0 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,545
Total Population
47
People / sq mi
24.0yrs
Median Age
38% below India avg
350.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sonkach vs India Average

The median household income in Sonkach is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $27, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 298 business establishments.

Income: Sonkach vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,400
Avg Weekly Wage$27

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above India avg
Establishments (County)298

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sonkach is $9,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 6,618 total housing units in the city. 30.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$30
97% below India avg
Rent Burden30.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units6,618

Property Tax

Climate in Sonkach

Sonkach has an average annual temperature of 24.9°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (33.9°C), the coldest is Jan (17°C). Average annual precipitation is 1248 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C / 63°F 5.3° / 29.6° 8.2
Feb 20.9°C / 70°F 7.1° / 34.8° 1.2
Mar 26.4°C / 79°F 12.5° / 40° 8.3
Apr 31.4°C / 89°F 19.1° / 42.7° 10.9
May 33.9°C / 93°F 22.8° / 44.6° 14.3
Jun 31°C / 88°F 23.1° / 42.1° 143.8
Jul 27.1°C / 81°F 22.5° / 34.3° 347.5
Aug 25.4°C / 78°F 21.2° / 31° 366.5
Sep 25.4°C / 78°F 20.2° / 30.9° 284.9
Oct 23.5°C / 74°F 14.5° / 30.8° 45.0
Nov 19.9°C / 68°F 10.2° / 29.7° 7.6
Dec 17.4°C / 63°F 6° / 27.9° 10.4
Sonkach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,568 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above India avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,568 ft (478 m)
Area350.0 sq mi (906.6 km²)
Population Density47/sq mi
Coordinates22.9717°N, 76.3467°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.6"
12% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.39"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.08"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.1 in
May 93°F (34°C) 0.4 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 4.5 in
July 80°F (27°C) 13.4 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 12.1 in
September 79°F (26°C) 9.4 in
October 78°F (26°C) 1.5 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in

Sonkach has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 66°F in January to 93°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.4") and February the driest (0.1").

View full weather details →

Radio Stations near Sonkach

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AIR Indore infotainment, music AAC+ 71 kbps

Farmers Markets in Sonkach

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sonkatch Grain Market

Restaurants in Sonkach

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Guptaji ka Dhaba

Banks in Sonkach

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

State Bank of India (SBI) ATM

Airports Near Sonkach

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar International AirportIDRLarge Airport
Bentayan Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sonkach

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Sanwer Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Sonkach.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Sonkach

What is the population of Sonkach?

Sonkach has a population of 16,545 residents and is located in India. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 350.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sonkach expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $9,500 (97% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Sonkach?

Sonkach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches.

How is the job market in Sonkach?

Sonkach has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $27. There are 298 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sonkach?

The median home value in Sonkach is $9,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

Nearby Cities

Compare Sonkach with another city: