Sohar

Sohar is a village located in Sandhol tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 119km away from district headquarter Sandhol. Sandhol is the sub-district headquarter of Sohar village. As per 2009 stats, Soher Dpr is the gram panchayat of Sohar village.

Here you can discover what makes Sohar unique in its vibrant Sandhol-Mandi region. You’ll see Sohar’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 Sohar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohar is 013588. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176090. Palampur is nearest town to Sohar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Sohar 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 Dharampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Sohar

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Population of Sohar

According to the 2011 Census, Sohar has a total population of about 985, with approximately 486 males and 499 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 198 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 78.98%, with male literacy at about 84.77% and female literacy near 73.35%. There are around 218 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 985 486 499
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 107 55 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 198 96 102
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 778 412 366
Illiterate Population 207 74 133

Connectivity of Sohar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohar. As per the 2011 stats, Sohar 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 Sohar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sohar

Where is Sohar located?
Sohar village is situated in Sandhol Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohar is Soher Dpr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sohar?
The pincode of Sohar is 176090, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sohar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohar is 985, with 486 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Sohar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sohar village has a total of 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohar is 78.98%. The male literacy rate is 84.77%, while the female literacy rate is 73.35%.