Sohal - Hiranagar, Kathua
Sohal is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Kootah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohal is 001984. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sohal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hira Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohal
According to the 2011 Census, Sohal village had a total population of 323 people, including 173 males and 150 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.57%, with male literacy at 91.77% and female literacy at 69.63%.
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 | 323 | 173 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 145 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 28 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Sohal
Sohal 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 Sohal
Sohal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sohal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Hiranagar to Sohal is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Sohal is about 33 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 Sohal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sohal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohal 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sohal
Where is Sohal located?
Sohal village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohal is Kootah.
What is the pincode of Sohal?
The pincode of Sohal is 184148.
What is the population of Sohal?
Sohal had a total population of 323, including 173 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Sohal?
Sohal had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohal was 81.57%. Male literacy was 91.77% and female literacy was 69.63%.