Sokhda - Morvi, Morbi
Sokhda is a village situated in the Morvi taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Morvi and around 95 km from Rajkot. Sokhda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sokhda is 512639. The village covers a total geographical area of 817.64 hectares and falls under the 363670 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sokhda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morbi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sokhda
According to the 2011 Census, Sokhda village had a total population of 874 people, including 468 males and 406 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.77%, with male literacy at 79.90% and female literacy at 49.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 874 | 468 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 55 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 330 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 138 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Sokhda
Sokhda 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 Sokhda
Public transport in the Sokhda 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 Maliya to Sokhda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Sokhda is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sokhda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sokhda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sokhda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sokhda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sokhda
Where is Sokhda located?
Sokhda village is located in Morvi Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sokhda?
Sokhda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sokhda?
The pincode of Sokhda is 363670.
What is the population of Sokhda?
Sokhda had a total population of 874, including 468 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Sokhda?
Sokhda had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sokhda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sokhda was 65.77%. Male literacy was 79.90% and female literacy was 49.73%.