Sokhdakhurd - Padra, Vadodara
Sokhdakhurd is a village situated in the Padra taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padra and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Sokhdakhurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sokhdakhurd is 521059. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.84 hectares and falls under the 391440 pincode. Padra is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Sokhdakhurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sokhdakhurd
As per Census 2011, Sokhdakhurd village has a total population of 2,139 people, consisting of 1,099 males and 1,040 females. The village has 462 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,715 literate and 424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 337 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 185 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sokhdakhurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,139 | 1,099 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 90 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 163 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 94 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 1,715 | 955 | 760 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 144 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Sokhdakhurd
Sokhdakhurd 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 Sokhdakhurd
Sokhdakhurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sokhdakhurd has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padra to Sokhdakhurd is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Sokhdakhurd is about 14 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 Sokhdakhurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sokhdakhurd 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 Sokhdakhurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sokhdakhurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sokhdakhurd
Where is Sokhdakhurd located?
Sokhdakhurd village is located in Padra Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sokhdakhurd?
Sokhdakhurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sokhdakhurd?
The pincode of Sokhdakhurd is 391440.
What is the population of Sokhdakhurd?
Sokhdakhurd has a total population of 2,139, including 1,099 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Sokhdakhurd?
There are 462 households in Sokhdakhurd.
What is the literacy rate in Sokhdakhurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sokhdakhurd is 80.18%. Male literacy is 86.90% and female literacy is 73.08%.