Sopta - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Sopta is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Behna Jatan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sopta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sopta is 019484. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.89 hectares and falls under the 174024 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Sopta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sopta
As per Census 2011, Sopta village has a total population of 86 people, consisting of 40 males and 46 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 17 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sopta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 3 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Sopta
Sopta 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 Sopta
Sopta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Sopta is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sopta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sopta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sopta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sopta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sopta
Where is Sopta located?
Sopta village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sopta?
The Gram Panchayat of Sopta is Behna Jatan.
What is the pincode of Sopta?
The pincode of Sopta is 174024.
What is the population of Sopta?
Sopta has a total population of 86, including 40 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Sopta?
There are 17 households in Sopta.
What is the literacy rate in Sopta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sopta is 80.23%. Male literacy is 92.50% and female literacy is 69.57%.