Sodal - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Sodal is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Bhatram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sodal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sodal is 507663. The village covers a total geographical area of 627 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sodal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sodal
As per Census 2011, Sodal village has a total population of 1,552 people, consisting of 817 males and 735 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 668 literate and 884 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sodal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,552 | 817 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 135 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 668 | 453 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 884 | 364 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Sodal
Sodal 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 Sodal
Sodal 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 Dhanera to Sodal is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Sodal is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sodal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sodal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sodal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sodal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sodal
Where is Sodal located?
Sodal village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sodal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sodal is Bhatram.
What is the pincode of Sodal?
The pincode of Sodal is 385545.
What is the population of Sodal?
Sodal has a total population of 1,552, including 817 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Sodal?
There are 276 households in Sodal.
What is the literacy rate in Sodal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sodal is 43.04%. Male literacy is 55.45% and female literacy is 29.25%.