Sotwada - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Sotwada is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Sotwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sotwada is 507669. The village covers a total geographical area of 658.67 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sotwada 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 Sotwada
As per Census 2011, Sotwada village has a total population of 2,164 people, consisting of 1,103 males and 1,061 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 1,062 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sotwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,164 | 1,103 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 182 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 92 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 9 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 713 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,062 | 390 | 672 |
Nearby Villages of Sotwada
Sotwada 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 Sotwada
Sotwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sotwada.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Sotwada is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Sotwada is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sotwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sotwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sotwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sotwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sotwada
Where is Sotwada located?
Sotwada village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sotwada?
Sotwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sotwada?
The pincode of Sotwada is 385310.
What is the population of Sotwada?
Sotwada has a total population of 2,164, including 1,103 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Sotwada?
There are 322 households in Sotwada.
What is the literacy rate in Sotwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sotwada is 50.92%. Male literacy is 64.64% and female literacy is 36.66%.