Sohara
Sohara is a village located in Kangra tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from district headquarter Kangra. Kangra is the sub-district headquarter of Sohara village. As per 2009 stats, Sohra is the gram panchayat of Sohara village.
Here you can discover what makes Sohara unique in its vibrant Kangra region. You’ll see Sohara’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 Sohara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohara is 009683. The village spans a total geographical area of 114.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176214. Kangra is nearest town to Sohara village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Sohara village comes under Kangra assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Sohara
Population of Sohara
According to the 2011 Census, Sohara has a total population of about 2,059, with approximately 1,005 males and 1,054 females. The sex ratio is around 1048 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 204 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 60 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.00%, with male literacy at about 84.68% and female literacy near 71.63%. There are around 439 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,059 | 1,005 | 1,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,606 | 851 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 154 | 299 |
Connectivity of Sohara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohara. As per the 2011 stats, Sohara 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sohara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohara
- Where is Sohara located?
- Sohara village is situated in Kangra Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sohara is Sohra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sohara?
- The pincode of Sohara is 176214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sohara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohara is 2,059, with 1,005 males and 1,054 females.
- How many households are there in Sohara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohara village has a total of 439 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohara is 78.00%. The male literacy rate is 84.68%, while the female literacy rate is 71.63%.