Sarkadiya (Songadh) - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Sarkadiya (Songadh) is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Sarkadiya (Songadh) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarkadiya (Songadh) is 516373. The village covers a total geographical area of 530.24 hectares and falls under the 364230 pincode. Sihor is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sarkadiya (Songadh) 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 Sarkadiya (Songadh)
As per Census 2011, Sarkadiya (Songadh) village has a total population of 1,427 people, consisting of 737 males and 690 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 982 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarkadiya (Songadh) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,427 | 737 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 106 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 982 | 543 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 194 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Sarkadiya (Songadh)
Sarkadiya (Songadh) 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 Sarkadiya (Songadh)
Sarkadiya (Songadh) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sarkadiya (Songadh).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sihor to Sarkadiya (Songadh) is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Sarkadiya (Songadh) is about 60 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 Sarkadiya (Songadh)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarkadiya (Songadh) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarkadiya (Songadh)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarkadiya (Songadh) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarkadiya (Songadh)
Where is Sarkadiya (Songadh) located?
Sarkadiya (Songadh) village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarkadiya (Songadh)?
Sarkadiya (Songadh) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarkadiya (Songadh)?
The pincode of Sarkadiya (Songadh) is 364230.
What is the population of Sarkadiya (Songadh)?
Sarkadiya (Songadh) has a total population of 1,427, including 737 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Sarkadiya (Songadh)?
There are 269 households in Sarkadiya (Songadh).
What is the literacy rate in Sarkadiya (Songadh)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarkadiya (Songadh) is 68.82%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 63.62%.