Sodal - Handwara, Kupwara
Sodal is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Sodal village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sodal is 000162. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.8 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sodal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sodal
According to the 2011 Census, Sodal village had a total population of 1,229 people, including 619 males and 610 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.41%, with male literacy at 81.63% and female literacy at 65.03%.
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 | 1,229 | 619 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 784 | 440 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 179 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Sodal
Sodal 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 Sodal
Sodal 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Sodal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Sodal is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sodal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sodal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sodal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sodal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sodal
Where is Sodal located?
Sodal village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sodal?
Sodal is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sodal?
The pincode of Sodal is 193302.
What is the population of Sodal?
Sodal had a total population of 1,229, including 619 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Sodal?
Sodal had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sodal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sodal was 73.41%. Male literacy was 81.63% and female literacy was 65.03%.