Sokhada Village Overview
Sokhada is a village in Dhrangadhra tehsil of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It lies about 40 km from Dhrangadhra tehsil headquarters and around 42 km from Surendranagar district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Sokhada village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Sokhada village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sokhada is 512049. The village covers a geographical area of 1112.03 hectares and has a pincode of 382745. Dhrangadhra is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sokhada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head of the village. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhrangadhra Vidhan Sabha constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency. The local administration looks after basic civic facilities and development activities within the village.
Location Map of Sokhada
Population & Demographics of Sokhada
This section provides population and demographic details of Sokhada village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,009 | 520 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 171 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 707 | 410 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 110 | 192 |
Key population details of Sokhada village are given below:
- Sokhada village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,009, including approximately 520 males and 489 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 325 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Sokhada village is good, with a literacy rate of about 70.07%.
- There are around 224 households in Sokhada village.
Transport & Connectivity of Sokhada
Transport facilities help residents of Sokhada village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sokhada
The following villages are located close to Sokhada and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sokhada
- Where is Sokhada located?
- Sokhada village is located in Dhrangadhra Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sokhada?
- Sokhada is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Sokhada?
- The pincode of Sokhada is 382745.
- What is the population of Sokhada?
- Sokhada has a total population of 1,009, including 520 males and 489 females.
- How many households are there in Sokhada?
- There are 224 households in Sokhada.
- What is the literacy rate in Sokhada?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sokhada is 70.07%. Male literacy is 78.85% and female literacy is 60.74%.