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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Sodal village has a total population of 1,229 people, consisting of 619 males and 610 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 784 literate and 445 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sodal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,229 | 619 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Sodal?
Sodal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sodal?
The pincode of Sodal is 193302.
What is the population of Sodal?
Sodal has a total population of 1,229, including 619 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Sodal?
There are 185 households in Sodal.
What is the literacy rate in Sodal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sodal is 63.79%. Male literacy is 71.08% and female literacy is 56.39%.