Sofshali - Kokernag, Anantnag
Sofshali is a village situated in the Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokernag and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Soaf Partly-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sofshali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sofshali is 003781. The village covers a total geographical area of 631.3 hectares and falls under the 192202 pincode. Kokernag is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sofshali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sofshali
According to the 2011 Census, Sofshali village had a total population of 5,394 people, including 2,805 males and 2,589 females, living in 866 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.29%, with male literacy at 62.53% and female literacy at 43.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 5,394 | 2,805 | 2,589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,121 | 598 | 523 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 2,277 | 1,380 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,117 | 1,425 | 1,692 |
Nearby Villages of Sofshali
Sofshali 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 Sofshali
Sofshali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Kokernag to Sofshali is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Sofshali is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sofshali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sofshali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sofshali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sofshali 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sofshali
Where is Sofshali located?
Sofshali village is located in Kokernag Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sofshali?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sofshali is Soaf Partly-a.
What is the pincode of Sofshali?
The pincode of Sofshali is 192202.
What is the population of Sofshali?
Sofshali had a total population of 5,394, including 2,805 males and 2,589 females.
How many households are there in Sofshali?
Sofshali had 866 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sofshali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sofshali was 53.29%. Male literacy was 62.53% and female literacy was 43.42%.