Sortha
Sortha is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Sortha unique in its vibrant Kalavad-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Sortha’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 Sortha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sortha is 513789. The village spans a total geographical area of 1079.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361162. Kalavad is nearest town to Sortha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sortha 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 Kalavad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sortha
Population of Sortha
According to the 2011 Census, Sortha has a total population of about 919, with approximately 486 males and 433 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.38%, with male literacy at about 72.43% and female literacy near 59.58%. There are around 180 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sortha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 919 | 486 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 47 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 610 | 352 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 134 | 175 |
Connectivity of Sortha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sortha. As per the 2011 stats, Sortha 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 Sortha
Knowing the nearby villages of Sortha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sortha.
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%.