Sohar - Dalhousie, Chamba
Sohar is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Mornu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohar is 007372. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.11 hectares and falls under the 176306 pincode. Dalhousie(cb) is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sohar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohar
According to the 2011 Census, Sohar village had a total population of 58 people, including 28 males and 30 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.59%, with male literacy at 79.17% and female literacy at 62.96%.
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 | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Sohar
Sohar 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 Sohar
Sohar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dalhousie(cb) to Sohar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Sohar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sohar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sohar
Where is Sohar located?
Sohar village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sohar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohar is Mornu.
What is the pincode of Sohar?
The pincode of Sohar is 176306.
What is the population of Sohar?
Sohar had a total population of 58, including 28 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Sohar?
Sohar had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohar was 70.59%. Male literacy was 79.17% and female literacy was 62.96%.