Sharda
Sharda is a village located in Jhalod taluka of Dohad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Jhalod (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Dohad. As per 2009 stats, Sharda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sharda unique in its vibrant Jhalod-Dohad region. You’ll see Sharda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sharda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sharda is 519235. The village spans a total geographical area of 567.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 389170. Jhalod is nearest town to Sharda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sharda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jhalod Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dahod Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sharda
Population of Sharda
According to the 2011 Census, Sharda has a total population of about 1,327, with approximately 689 males and 638 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 250 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,304. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.42%, with male literacy at about 56.17% and female literacy near 35.89%. There are around 213 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sharda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,327 | 689 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 125 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,304 | 679 | 625 |
| Literate Population | 616 | 387 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 302 | 409 |
Connectivity of Sharda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sharda. As per the 2011 stats, Sharda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sharda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sharda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sharda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sharda
- Where is Sharda located?
- Sharda village is situated in Jhalod Taluka, within the Dohad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sharda?
- Sharda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sharda?
- The pincode of Sharda is 389170, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sharda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sharda is 1,327, with 689 males and 638 females.
- How many households are there in Sharda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sharda village has a total of 213 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sharda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sharda is 46.42%. The male literacy rate is 56.17%, while the female literacy rate is 35.89%.