Sohala - Balakote, Poonch
Sohala is a village situated in the Balakote tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 33 km from Mendhar and around 25 km from Punch. Dharati serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sohala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohala is 001227. The village covers a total geographical area of 261 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sohala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sohala
According to the 2011 Census, Sohala village had a total population of 314 people, including 146 males and 168 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,151 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.58%, with male literacy at 83.62% and female literacy at 64.62%.
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 | 314 | 146 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 97 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 49 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Sohala
Sohala 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 Sohala
Sohala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punch to Sohala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sohala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sohala
Where is Sohala located?
Sohala village is located in Balakote Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sohala?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sohala is Dharati.
What is the pincode of Sohala?
The pincode of Sohala is 185211.
What is the population of Sohala?
Sohala had a total population of 314, including 146 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Sohala?
Sohala had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohala was 73.58%. Male literacy was 83.62% and female literacy was 64.62%.