Sanosara - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Sanosara is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Sanosara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanosara is 516356. The village covers a total geographical area of 2104.73 hectares and falls under the 364230 pincode. Sihor is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sanosara 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 Sanosara
As per Census 2011, Sanosara village has a total population of 9,340 people, consisting of 4,788 males and 4,552 females. The village has 1,664 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,307 literate and 3,033 illiterate residents. Additionally, 553 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanosara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,340 | 4,788 | 4,552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,132 | 614 | 518 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 553 | 275 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 6,307 | 3,525 | 2,782 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,033 | 1,263 | 1,770 |
Nearby Villages of Sanosara
Sanosara 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 Sanosara
Sanosara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sanosara has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sanosara is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Sanosara is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanosara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanosara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sanosara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanosara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sanosara
Where is Sanosara located?
Sanosara village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanosara?
Sanosara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sanosara?
The pincode of Sanosara is 364230.
What is the population of Sanosara?
Sanosara has a total population of 9,340, including 4,788 males and 4,552 females.
How many households are there in Sanosara?
There are 1,664 households in Sanosara.
What is the literacy rate in Sanosara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanosara is 67.53%. Male literacy is 73.62% and female literacy is 61.12%.