Sohal - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Sohal is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Patta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohal is 018994. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.54 hectares and falls under the 174021 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Sohal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohal
According to the 2011 Census, Sohal village had a total population of 92 people, including 42 males and 50 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.16%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 89.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59.
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 | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 33 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Sohal
Sohal 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 Sohal
Sohal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sohal has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Sohal is about 21 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 Sohal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sohal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sohal
Where is Sohal located?
Sohal village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sohal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohal is Patta.
What is the pincode of Sohal?
The pincode of Sohal is 174021.
What is the population of Sohal?
Sohal had a total population of 92, including 42 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Sohal?
Sohal had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohal was 89.16%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 89.13%.