Sodapur - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Sodapur is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Agdol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sodapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sodapur is 508259. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.71 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sodapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sodapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sodapur village had a total population of 585 people, including 310 males and 275 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.25%, with male literacy at 86.72% and female literacy at 42.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 585 | 310 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 54 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 222 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 88 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Sodapur
Sodapur 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 Sodapur
Sodapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Sodapur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Sodapur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sodapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sodapur 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 Sodapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sodapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sodapur
Where is Sodapur located?
Sodapur village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sodapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sodapur is Agdol.
What is the pincode of Sodapur?
The pincode of Sodapur is 385545.
What is the population of Sodapur?
Sodapur had a total population of 585, including 310 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Sodapur?
Sodapur had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sodapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sodapur was 65.25%. Male literacy was 86.72% and female literacy was 42.26%.