Sutrej - Keshod, Junagadh
Sutrej is a village situated in the Keshod taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keshod and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Sutrej village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sutrej is 514736. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.19 hectares and falls under the 362220 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sutrej 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 Sutrej
According to the 2011 Census, Sutrej village had a total population of 1,351 people, including 695 males and 656 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.34%, with male literacy at 83.64% and female literacy at 60.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 440.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,351 | 695 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 90 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 440 | 221 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 506 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 189 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Sutrej
Sutrej 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 Sutrej
Public transport in the Sutrej 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 Keshod to Sutrej is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Sutrej is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sutrej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sutrej village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sutrej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sutrej village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sutrej
Where is Sutrej located?
Sutrej village is located in Keshod Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sutrej?
Sutrej is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sutrej?
The pincode of Sutrej is 362220.
What is the population of Sutrej?
Sutrej had a total population of 1,351, including 695 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Sutrej?
Sutrej had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sutrej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sutrej was 72.34%. Male literacy was 83.64% and female literacy was 60.35%.