Sodvadar - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Sodvadar is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Sodvadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sodvadar is 513308. The village covers a total geographical area of 2716.57 hectares and falls under the 360440 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sodvadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sodvadar
According to the 2011 Census, Sodvadar village had a total population of 2,345 people, including 1,209 males and 1,136 females, living in 508 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.59%, with male literacy at 85.23% and female literacy at 71.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 518.
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 | 2,345 | 1,209 | 1,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 139 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 269 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,630 | 912 | 718 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 297 | 418 |
Nearby Villages of Sodvadar
Sodvadar 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 Sodvadar
Public transport in the Sodvadar 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 Dhoraji to Sodvadar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Sodvadar is about 96 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 Sodvadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sodvadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sodvadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sodvadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sodvadar
Where is Sodvadar located?
Sodvadar village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sodvadar?
Sodvadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sodvadar?
The pincode of Sodvadar is 360440.
What is the population of Sodvadar?
Sodvadar had a total population of 2,345, including 1,209 males and 1,136 females.
How many households are there in Sodvadar?
Sodvadar had 508 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sodvadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sodvadar was 78.59%. Male literacy was 85.23% and female literacy was 71.51%.