Sohari - Rakkar, Kangra
Sohari is a village situated in the Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Chauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohari is 010749. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.4 hectares and falls under the 177034 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Sohari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohari
As per Census 2011, Sohari village has a total population of 173 people, consisting of 79 males and 94 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,189 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 130 literate and 43 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 79 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 14 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Sohari
Sohari 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 Sohari
Sohari 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 Dharmsala to Sohari is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sohari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sohari
Where is Sohari located?
Sohari village is located in Rakkar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohari?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohari is Chauli.
What is the pincode of Sohari?
The pincode of Sohari is 177034.
What is the population of Sohari?
Sohari has a total population of 173, including 79 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Sohari?
There are 35 households in Sohari.
What is the literacy rate in Sohari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohari is 75.14%. Male literacy is 82.28% and female literacy is 69.15%.