Senkda - Danta, Banas Kantha
Senkda is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Lotol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Senkda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Senkda is 507983. The village covers a total geographical area of 602.07 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Senkda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Senkda
According to the 2011 Census, Senkda village had a total population of 1,280 people, including 664 males and 616 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.93%, with male literacy at 72.51% and female literacy at 50.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,280.
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 | 1,280 | 664 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 151 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,280 | 664 | 616 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 372 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 292 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Senkda
Senkda 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 Senkda
Senkda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Senkda is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Senkda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Senkda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Senkda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Senkda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Senkda
Where is Senkda located?
Senkda village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Senkda?
The Gram Panchayat of Senkda is Lotol.
What is the pincode of Senkda?
The pincode of Senkda is 385120.
What is the population of Senkda?
Senkda had a total population of 1,280, including 664 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Senkda?
Senkda had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Senkda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Senkda was 61.93%. Male literacy was 72.51% and female literacy was 50.42%.