Sohara - Dansal, Jammu
Sohara is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Jammu and around 5 km from Jammu. Dhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohara is 005869. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.5 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sohara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohara
As per Census 2011, Sohara village has a total population of 401 people, consisting of 205 males and 196 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 201 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 401 | 205 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 24 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 114 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 110 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 95 | 105 |
Transport and Connectivity of Sohara
Sohara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sohara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Sohara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sohara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sohara
Where is Sohara located?
Sohara village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohara is Dhan.
What is the pincode of Sohara?
The pincode of Sohara is 181224.
What is the population of Sohara?
Sohara has a total population of 401, including 205 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Sohara?
There are 86 households in Sohara.
What is the literacy rate in Sohara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohara is 50.12%. Male literacy is 53.66% and female literacy is 46.43%.