Sokhda - Jafrabad, Amreli
Sokhda is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Ghenspur -sokhada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sokhda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sokhda is 515912. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.38 hectares and falls under the 365540 pincode. Jafrabad is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sokhda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sokhda
According to the 2011 Census, Sokhda village had a total population of 244 people, including 114 males and 130 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,140 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.53%, with male literacy at 79.80% and female literacy at 62.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 244 | 114 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 79 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 35 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Sokhda
Sokhda 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 Sokhda
Sokhda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sokhda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jafrabad to Sokhda is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Sokhda is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sokhda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sokhda 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 Sokhda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sokhda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sokhda
Where is Sokhda located?
Sokhda village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sokhda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sokhda is Ghenspur -sokhada.
What is the pincode of Sokhda?
The pincode of Sokhda is 365540.
What is the population of Sokhda?
Sokhda had a total population of 244, including 114 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Sokhda?
Sokhda had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sokhda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sokhda was 70.53%. Male literacy was 79.80% and female literacy was 62.04%.