Sokhada - Vijapur, Mahesana
Sokhada is a village situated in the Vijapur taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijapur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Sokhada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sokhada is 509420. The village covers a total geographical area of 609.47 hectares and falls under the 384530 pincode. Visnagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sokhada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sokhada
As per Census 2011, Sokhada village has a total population of 1,811 people, consisting of 924 males and 887 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,391 literate and 420 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sokhada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,811 | 924 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 94 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 135 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 1,391 | 779 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 145 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Sokhada
Sokhada 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 Sokhada
Public transport in the Sokhada 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 Visnagar to Sokhada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Sokhada is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sokhada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sokhada 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 Sokhada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sokhada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sokhada
Where is Sokhada located?
Sokhada village is located in Vijapur Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sokhada?
Sokhada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sokhada?
The pincode of Sokhada is 384530.
What is the population of Sokhada?
Sokhada has a total population of 1,811, including 924 males and 887 females.
How many households are there in Sokhada?
There are 386 households in Sokhada.
What is the literacy rate in Sokhada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sokhada is 76.81%. Male literacy is 84.31% and female literacy is 69.00%.