Sughal

Sughal is a village located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 78km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Sughal village. As per 2009 stats, Maira is the gram panchayat of Sughal village.

Here you can discover what makes Sughal unique in its vibrant Jawali-Kangra region. You’ll see Sughal’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 Sughal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sughal is 009083. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176021. Nurpur is nearest town to Sughal village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Sughal 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 Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra 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 Sughal

According to the 2011 Census, Sughal has a total population of about 849, with approximately 434 males and 415 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 92 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 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 80.68%, with male literacy at about 82.03% and female literacy near 79.28%. There are around 176 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sughal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 849 434 415
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 92 58 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 65 36 29
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 685 356 329
Illiterate Population 164 78 86

Connectivity of Sughal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sughal. As per the 2011 stats, Sughal 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sughal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sughal

Where is Sughal located?
Sughal village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sughal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sughal is Maira (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sughal?
The pincode of Sughal is 176021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sughal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sughal is 849, with 434 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Sughal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sughal village has a total of 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sughal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sughal is 80.68%. The male literacy rate is 82.03%, while the female literacy rate is 79.28%.