Sarikhurd - Gandevi, Navsari
Sarikhurd is a village situated in the Gandevi taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandevi and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Sarikhurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarikhurd is 523015. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.61 hectares and falls under the 396310 pincode. Gandevi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sarikhurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandevi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Navsari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarikhurd
As per Census 2011, Sarikhurd village has a total population of 2,140 people, consisting of 1,085 males and 1,055 females. The village has 482 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,562 literate and 578 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,205 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarikhurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,140 | 1,085 | 1,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 120 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,205 | 616 | 589 |
| Literate Population | 1,562 | 834 | 728 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 251 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Sarikhurd
Sarikhurd 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 Sarikhurd
Sarikhurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Sarikhurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gandevi to Sarikhurd is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Sarikhurd is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarikhurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarikhurd 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sarikhurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarikhurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarikhurd
Where is Sarikhurd located?
Sarikhurd village is located in Gandevi Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarikhurd?
Sarikhurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarikhurd?
The pincode of Sarikhurd is 396310.
What is the population of Sarikhurd?
Sarikhurd has a total population of 2,140, including 1,085 males and 1,055 females.
How many households are there in Sarikhurd?
There are 482 households in Sarikhurd.
What is the literacy rate in Sarikhurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarikhurd is 72.99%. Male literacy is 76.87% and female literacy is 69.00%.