Sohal - Dhami, Shimla
Sohal is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Shimla. Nehra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohal is 024012. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Sohal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohal
As per Census 2011, Sohal village has a total population of 301 people, consisting of 164 males and 137 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 164 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 143 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 21 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Sohal
Sohal 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 Sohal
Sohal 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 Shimla to Sohal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sohal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sohal
Where is Sohal located?
Sohal village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohal is Nehra.
What is the pincode of Sohal?
The pincode of Sohal is 171103.
What is the population of Sohal?
Sohal has a total population of 301, including 164 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Sohal?
There are 56 households in Sohal.
What is the literacy rate in Sohal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohal is 85.71%. Male literacy is 87.20% and female literacy is 83.94%.