Sokhda
Sokhda is a village located in Una taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Una (tehsildar office) and 170km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Sokhda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sokhda unique in its vibrant Una-Junagadh region. You’ll see Sokhda’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 Sokhda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sokhda is 515338. The village spans a total geographical area of 673.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362560. Una is nearest town to Sokhda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Sokhda
Population of Sokhda
According to the 2011 Census, Sokhda has a total population of about 2,003, with approximately 997 males and 1,006 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 342 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.23%, with male literacy at about 59.08% and female literacy near 37.48%. There are around 339 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sokhda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,003 | 997 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 164 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 966 | 589 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,037 | 408 | 629 |
Connectivity of Sokhda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sokhda. As per the 2011 stats, Sokhda 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 Sokhda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sokhda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sokhda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sokhda
- Where is Sokhda located?
- Sokhda village is situated in Una Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sokhda?
- Sokhda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sokhda?
- The pincode of Sokhda is 362560, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sokhda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sokhda is 2,003, with 997 males and 1,006 females.
- How many households are there in Sokhda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sokhda village has a total of 339 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sokhda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sokhda is 48.23%. The male literacy rate is 59.08%, while the female literacy rate is 37.48%.