Sopta

Sopta is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Sopta village. As per 2009 stats, Behna Jatan is the gram panchayat of Sopta village.

Sopta has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sopta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sopta is 019484. The village spans a total geographical area of 6.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174001. Bilaspur is nearest town to Sopta village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Sopta 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 Jhanduta 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.

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Population of Sopta

Below is a concise population overview of Sopta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 86 40 46
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 12 3 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) 6 3 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 69 37 32
Illiterate Population 17 3 14

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sopta village:

  • The total population of Sopta village is around 86, including approximately 40 males and 46 females, with a sex ratio of 1150 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 12 children aged 0–6 years in Sopta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sopta village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sopta village is about 80.23%, with male literacy at 92.50% and female literacy at 69.57%.
  • There are around 17 households in Sopta village.

Connectivity of Sopta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sopta. As per the 2011 stats, Sopta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sopta

Knowing the nearby villages of Sopta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sopta.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sopta

Where is Sopta located?
Sopta village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sopta?
The Gram Panchayat of Sopta is Behna Jatan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sopta?
The pincode of Sopta is 174001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sopta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sopta is 86, with 40 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Sopta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sopta village has a total of 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sopta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sopta is 80.23%. The male literacy rate is 92.50%, while the female literacy rate is 69.57%.