Sohal
Sohal is a village located in Atholi tehsil of Kishtwar district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Atholi(padder) (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Kishtwar. As per 2009 stats, Sohal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sohal unique in its vibrant Atholi-Kishtwar region. You’ll see Sohal’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 Sohal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohal is 004796. The village spans a total geographical area of 1031.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182204. Kishtwar is nearest town to Sohal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 106km away.
Google Map of Sohal
Population of Sohal
According to the 2011 Census, Sohal has a total population of about 671, with approximately 363 males and 308 females. The sex ratio is around 848 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 108 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 45 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 66.77%, with male literacy at about 80.99% and female literacy near 50.00%. There are around 137 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 671 | 363 | 308 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 57 | 51 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 448 | 294 | 154 |
Illiterate Population | 223 | 69 | 154 |
Connectivity of Sohal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohal. As per the 2011 stats, Sohal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sohal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohal
- Where is Sohal located?
- Sohal village is situated in Atholi Tehsil, within the Kishtwar district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohal?
- Sohal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sohal?
- The pincode of Sohal is 182204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sohal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohal is 671, with 363 males and 308 females.
- How many households are there in Sohal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohal village has a total of 137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohal is 66.77%. The male literacy rate is 80.99%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.