Sakhandra
Sakhandra is a village located in Jetpur Pavi taluka of Vadodara district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Jetpur Pavi (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Vadodara. As per 2009 stats, Sakhandra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sakhandra unique in its vibrant Jetpur Pavi-Vadodara region. You’ll see Sakhandra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sakhandra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhandra is 520158. The village spans a total geographical area of 1005.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 391135. Bodeli is nearest town to Sakhandra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sakhandra
Population of Sakhandra
According to the 2011 Census, Sakhandra has a total population of about 2,800, with approximately 1,427 males and 1,373 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 429 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,631. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.25%, with male literacy at about 60.27% and female literacy near 39.84%. There are around 507 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakhandra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,800 | 1,427 | 1,373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 238 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,631 | 1,344 | 1,287 |
| Literate Population | 1,407 | 860 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,393 | 567 | 826 |
Connectivity of Sakhandra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakhandra. As per the 2011 stats, Sakhandra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakhandra
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakhandra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakhandra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhandra
- Where is Sakhandra located?
- Sakhandra village is situated in Jetpur Pavi Taluka, within the Vadodara district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakhandra?
- Sakhandra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sakhandra?
- The pincode of Sakhandra is 391135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sakhandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakhandra is 2,800, with 1,427 males and 1,373 females.
- How many households are there in Sakhandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakhandra village has a total of 507 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakhandra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhandra is 50.25%. The male literacy rate is 60.27%, while the female literacy rate is 39.84%.