Sohal
Sohal is a village located in Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from district headquarter Ghumarwin. Ghumarwin is the sub-district headquarter of Sohal village. As per 2009 stats, Patta is the gram panchayat of Sohal village.
Here you can discover what makes Sohal unique in its vibrant Ghumarwin-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Sohal’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 Sohal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohal is 018994. The village spans a total geographical area of 22.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174026. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Sohal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sohal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sohal
Population of Sohal
According to the 2011 Census, Sohal has a total population of about 92, with approximately 42 males and 50 females. The sex ratio is around 1190 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 9 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 59 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.43%, with male literacy at about 78.57% and female literacy near 82.00%. There are around 19 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 92 | 42 | 50 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 74 | 33 | 41 |
Illiterate Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
Connectivity of Sohal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohal. As per the 2011 stats, Sohal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sohal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohal
- Where is Sohal located?
- Sohal village is situated in Ghumarwin Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sohal is Patta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sohal?
- The pincode of Sohal is 174026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sohal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohal is 92, with 42 males and 50 females.
- How many households are there in Sohal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohal village has a total of 19 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohal is 80.43%. The male literacy rate is 78.57%, while the female literacy rate is 82.00%.