Sohar - Sandhol, Mandi
Sohar is a village situated in the Sandhol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Soher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohar is 013588. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.67 hectares and falls under the 176090 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Sohar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohar
As per Census 2011, Sohar village has a total population of 985 people, consisting of 486 males and 499 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 778 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 985 | 486 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 96 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 778 | 412 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 74 | 133 |
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 Mandi to Sohar is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sohar
Where is Sohar located?
Sohar village is located in Sandhol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohar is Soher.
What is the pincode of Sohar?
The pincode of Sohar is 176090.
What is the population of Sohar?
Sohar has a total population of 985, including 486 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Sohar?
There are 218 households in Sohar.
What is the literacy rate in Sohar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohar is 78.98%. Male literacy is 84.77% and female literacy is 73.35%.