Sankhadasar No.1 - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Sankhadasar No.1 is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Sankhadasar No.1 village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhadasar No.1 is 516624. The village covers a total geographical area of 711.89 hectares and falls under the 364140 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sankhadasar No.1 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankhadasar No.1
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhadasar No.1 village had a total population of 2,821 people, including 1,445 males and 1,376 females, living in 480 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.52%, with male literacy at 85.41% and female literacy at 61.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 2,821 | 1,445 | 1,376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 211 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,780 | 1,054 | 726 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,041 | 391 | 650 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhadasar No.1
Sankhadasar No.1 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 Sankhadasar No.1
Sankhadasar No.1 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Sankhadasar No.1 is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Sankhadasar No.1 is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankhadasar No.1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhadasar No.1 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sankhadasar No.1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhadasar No.1 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sankhadasar No.1
Where is Sankhadasar No.1 located?
Sankhadasar No.1 village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankhadasar No.1?
Sankhadasar No.1 is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sankhadasar No.1?
The pincode of Sankhadasar No.1 is 364140.
What is the population of Sankhadasar No.1?
Sankhadasar No.1 had a total population of 2,821, including 1,445 males and 1,376 females.
How many households are there in Sankhadasar No.1?
Sankhadasar No.1 had 480 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhadasar No.1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhadasar No.1 was 73.52%. Male literacy was 85.41% and female literacy was 61.16%.