Sukhpur - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Sukhpur is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Sakhpurjam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukhpur is 514160. The village covers a total geographical area of 1459.98 hectares and falls under the 360531 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sukhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukhpur
As per Census 2011, Sukhpur village has a total population of 1,663 people, consisting of 829 males and 834 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,061 literate and 602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sukhpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,663 | 829 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 100 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,061 | 565 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 264 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Sukhpur
Sukhpur 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 Sukhpur
Public transport in the Sukhpur is mainly available through bus services. Sukhpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamjodhpur to Sukhpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Sukhpur is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukhpur 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 Sukhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sukhpur
Where is Sukhpur located?
Sukhpur village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukhpur is Sakhpurjam.
What is the pincode of Sukhpur?
The pincode of Sukhpur is 360531.
What is the population of Sukhpur?
Sukhpur has a total population of 1,663, including 829 males and 834 females.
How many households are there in Sukhpur?
There are 383 households in Sukhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sukhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukhpur is 63.80%. Male literacy is 68.15% and female literacy is 59.47%.