Sakhvadar - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Sakhvadar is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Sakhvadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakhvadar is 516391. The village covers a total geographical area of 911.64 hectares and falls under the 364240 pincode. Sihor is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sakhvadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakhvadar
As per Census 2011, Sakhvadar village has a total population of 2,243 people, consisting of 1,191 males and 1,052 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,268 literate and 975 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakhvadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,243 | 1,191 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 199 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,268 | 761 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 975 | 430 | 545 |
Nearby Villages of Sakhvadar
Sakhvadar 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 Sakhvadar
Sakhvadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sakhvadar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihor to Sakhvadar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Sakhvadar is about 36 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 Sakhvadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakhvadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakhvadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakhvadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sakhvadar
Where is Sakhvadar located?
Sakhvadar village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhvadar?
Sakhvadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakhvadar?
The pincode of Sakhvadar is 364240.
What is the population of Sakhvadar?
Sakhvadar has a total population of 2,243, including 1,191 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Sakhvadar?
There are 395 households in Sakhvadar.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhvadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakhvadar is 56.53%. Male literacy is 63.90% and female literacy is 48.19%.