Sodal

Sodal is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Sodal village is also a gram panchayat.

Sodal has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sodal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sodal is 000162. The village spans a total geographical area of 174.8 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Sodal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Sodal

Below is a concise population overview of Sodal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,229 619 610
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 161 80 81
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 784 440 344
Illiterate Population 445 179 266

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sodal village:

  • The total population of Sodal village is around 1,229, including approximately 619 males and 610 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 161 children aged 0–6 years in Sodal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Sodal village is about 63.79%, with male literacy at 71.08% and female literacy at 56.39%.
  • There are around 185 households in Sodal village.

Connectivity of Sodal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sodal. As per the 2011 stats, Sodal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sodal

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sodal

Where is Sodal located?
Sodal village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sodal?
Sodal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sodal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sodal is 1,229, with 619 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Sodal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sodal village has a total of 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sodal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sodal is 63.79%. The male literacy rate is 71.08%, while the female literacy rate is 56.39%.