Sortha
About Sortha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sortha village is 513789. Sortha village is located in Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kalavad (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Sortha village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1079.83 hectares. Sortha has a total population of 919 peoples, out of which male population is 486 while female population is 433. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 890 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sortha village is 66.38% out of which 72.43% males and 59.58% females are literate. There are about 180 houses in sortha village. Pincode of sortha village locality is 361162.
When it comes to administration, Sortha village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sortha village comes under Kalavad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency. Kalavad is nearest town to sortha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Sortha
The population details of Sortha cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 919 | 486 | 433 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 77 | 47 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 610 | 352 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 134 | 175 |
Connectivity of Sortha
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sortha
Where is Sortha located?
Sortha village is situated in Kalavad Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sortha?
Sortha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sortha?
The pincode of Sortha is 361162, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sortha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sortha is 919, with 486 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Sortha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sortha village has a total of 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sortha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sortha is 66.38%. The male literacy rate is 72.43%, while the female literacy rate is 59.58%.