Sarkadia (Tana) - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Sarkadia (Tana) is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Sarkadia (Tana) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarkadia (Tana) is 516410. The village covers a total geographical area of 772.97 hectares and falls under the 364260 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sarkadia (Tana) 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 Sarkadia (Tana)
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkadia (Tana) village had a total population of 1,494 people, including 747 males and 747 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.68%, with male literacy at 86.71% and female literacy at 68.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 1,494 | 747 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 100 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 999 | 561 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 186 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Sarkadia (Tana)
Sarkadia (Tana) 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 Sarkadia (Tana)
Public transport in the Sarkadia (Tana) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sarkadia (Tana).
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Sarkadia (Tana) is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Sarkadia (Tana) is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarkadia (Tana)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarkadia (Tana) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarkadia (Tana)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarkadia (Tana) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarkadia (Tana)
Where is Sarkadia (Tana) located?
Sarkadia (Tana) village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarkadia (Tana)?
Sarkadia (Tana) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarkadia (Tana)?
The pincode of Sarkadia (Tana) is 364260.
What is the population of Sarkadia (Tana)?
Sarkadia (Tana) had a total population of 1,494, including 747 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Sarkadia (Tana)?
Sarkadia (Tana) had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkadia (Tana)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarkadia (Tana) was 77.68%. Male literacy was 86.71% and female literacy was 68.54%.