Sochi Palpora - Pattan, Baramulla
Sochi Palpora is a village situated in the Pattan tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Pattan and around 31 km from Baramulla. Souch Palpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sochi Palpora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sochi Palpora is 002342. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.3 hectares and falls under the 193121 pincode. Pattan is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sochi Palpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pattan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sochi Palpora
According to the 2011 Census, Sochi Palpora village had a total population of 1,658 people, including 855 males and 803 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.00%, with male literacy at 75.18% and female literacy at 53.61%.
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 | 1,658 | 855 | 803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 158 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 858 | 524 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 800 | 331 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Sochi Palpora
Sochi Palpora 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 Sochi Palpora
Sochi Palpora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sochi Palpora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattan to Sochi Palpora is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Sochi Palpora is about 31 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 Sochi Palpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sochi Palpora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sochi Palpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sochi Palpora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sochi Palpora
Where is Sochi Palpora located?
Sochi Palpora village is located in Pattan Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sochi Palpora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sochi Palpora is Souch Palpora.
What is the pincode of Sochi Palpora?
The pincode of Sochi Palpora is 193121.
What is the population of Sochi Palpora?
Sochi Palpora had a total population of 1,658, including 855 males and 803 females.
How many households are there in Sochi Palpora?
Sochi Palpora had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sochi Palpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sochi Palpora was 65.00%. Male literacy was 75.18% and female literacy was 53.61%.