Sondarda - Keshod, Junagadh
Sondarda is a village situated in the Keshod taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keshod and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Sondarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sondarda is 514759. The village covers a total geographical area of 1114.53 hectares and falls under the 362227 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sondarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sondarda
As per Census 2011, Sondarda village has a total population of 3,960 people, consisting of 2,069 males and 1,891 females. The village has 818 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,731 literate and 1,229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 705 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 315 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sondarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,960 | 2,069 | 1,891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 206 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 705 | 375 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 170 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 2,731 | 1,576 | 1,155 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,229 | 493 | 736 |
Nearby Villages of Sondarda
Sondarda 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 Sondarda
Public transport in the Sondarda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sondarda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Keshod to Sondarda is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Sondarda is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sondarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sondarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sondarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sondarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sondarda
Where is Sondarda located?
Sondarda village is located in Keshod Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sondarda?
Sondarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sondarda?
The pincode of Sondarda is 362227.
What is the population of Sondarda?
Sondarda has a total population of 3,960, including 2,069 males and 1,891 females.
How many households are there in Sondarda?
There are 818 households in Sondarda.
What is the literacy rate in Sondarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sondarda is 68.96%. Male literacy is 76.17% and female literacy is 61.08%.