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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sohal village had a total population of 301 people, including 164 males and 137 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.51%, with male literacy at 96.62% and female literacy at 92.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 164 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 301, including 164 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Sohal?
Sohal had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohal was 94.51%. Male literacy was 96.62% and female literacy was 92.00%.