Sinand - Songadh, Tapi
Sinand is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Otta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sinand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinand is 524710. The village covers a total geographical area of 526.18 hectares and falls under the 394716 pincode. Navapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sinand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sinand
According to the 2011 Census, Sinand village had a total population of 498 people, including 235 males and 263 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.62%, with male literacy at 34.76% and female literacy at 34.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 492.
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 | 498 | 235 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 25 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 492 | 232 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 73 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 162 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Sinand
Sinand 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 Sinand
Public transport in the Sinand is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sinand.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Navapur to Sinand is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Sinand is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sinand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sinand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sinand
Where is Sinand located?
Sinand village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sinand?
The Gram Panchayat of Sinand is Otta.
What is the pincode of Sinand?
The pincode of Sinand is 394716.
What is the population of Sinand?
Sinand had a total population of 498, including 235 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Sinand?
Sinand had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sinand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinand was 34.62%. Male literacy was 34.76% and female literacy was 34.50%.