Southa - Bhalla, Doda
Southa is a village situated in the Bhalla tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 23 km from Baderwah and around 26 km from Doda. Southa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Southa is 004437. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.7 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode.
Southa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Southa
According to the 2011 Census, Southa village had a total population of 268 people, including 138 males and 130 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.79%, with male literacy at 90.43% and female literacy at 60.16%.
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 | 268 | 138 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 23 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 104 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 34 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Southa
Southa 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 Southa
Southa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Doda to Southa is about 26 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 Southa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Southa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Southa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Southa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Southa
Where is Southa located?
Southa village is located in Bhalla Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Southa?
Southa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Southa?
The pincode of Southa is 182221.
What is the population of Southa?
Southa had a total population of 268, including 138 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Southa?
Southa had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Southa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Southa was 74.79%. Male literacy was 90.43% and female literacy was 60.16%.