Sooh - Kalol, Bilaspur
Sooh is a village situated in the Kalol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Bilaspur. Jejwin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sooh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sooh is 019445. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.71 hectares and falls under the 174017 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Sooh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Sooh
According to the 2011 Census, Sooh village had a total population of 229 people, including 126 males and 103 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 817 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.85%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 82.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 229 | 126 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 104 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 22 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Sooh
Sooh 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 Sooh
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sooh.
| 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 Sooh is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sooh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sooh 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sooh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sooh 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 Sooh
Where is Sooh located?
Sooh village is located in Kalol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sooh?
The Gram Panchayat of Sooh is Jejwin.
What is the pincode of Sooh?
The pincode of Sooh is 174017.
What is the population of Sooh?
Sooh had a total population of 229, including 126 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Sooh?
Sooh had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sooh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sooh was 89.85%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 82.02%.