Sutharpada - Kaprada, Valsad
Sutharpada is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Sutharpada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sutharpada is 523574. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.47 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Sutharpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sutharpada
As per Census 2011, Sutharpada village has a total population of 1,234 people, consisting of 614 males and 620 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 621 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sutharpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,234 | 614 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 121 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,129 | 549 | 580 |
| Literate Population | 621 | 335 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 279 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Sutharpada
Sutharpada 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 Sutharpada
Sutharpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dharampur to Sutharpada is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Sutharpada is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sutharpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sutharpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sutharpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sutharpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sutharpada
Where is Sutharpada located?
Sutharpada village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sutharpada?
Sutharpada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sutharpada?
The pincode of Sutharpada is 396067.
What is the population of Sutharpada?
Sutharpada has a total population of 1,234, including 614 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Sutharpada?
There are 239 households in Sutharpada.
What is the literacy rate in Sutharpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sutharpada is 50.32%. Male literacy is 54.56% and female literacy is 46.13%.