Sokhda - Una, Gir Somnath
Sokhda is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Una and around 170 km from Junagadh. Sokhda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sokhda is 515338. The village covers a total geographical area of 673.67 hectares and falls under the 362720 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Sokhda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sokhda
As per Census 2011, Sokhda village has a total population of 2,003 people, consisting of 997 males and 1,006 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 342 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 966 literate and 1,037 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sokhda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,003 | 997 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 164 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 966 | 589 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,037 | 408 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of Sokhda
Sokhda 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 Sokhda
Sokhda 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Sokhda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Sokhda is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sokhda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sokhda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sokhda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sokhda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sokhda
Where is Sokhda located?
Sokhda village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sokhda?
Sokhda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sokhda?
The pincode of Sokhda is 362720.
What is the population of Sokhda?
Sokhda has a total population of 2,003, including 997 males and 1,006 females.
How many households are there in Sokhda?
There are 339 households in Sokhda.
What is the literacy rate in Sokhda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sokhda is 48.23%. Male literacy is 59.08% and female literacy is 37.48%.