Sokala
Sokala is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sukala is the gram panchayat of Sokala village.
Here you can discover what makes Sokala unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Sokala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sokala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sokala is 028551. The village spans a total geographical area of 386 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143514. Sri Hargobindpur is nearest town to Sokala village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sokala
Population of Sokala
According to the 2011 Census, Sokala has a total population of about 1,486, with approximately 765 males and 721 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 197 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 185 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.95%, with male literacy at about 61.57% and female literacy near 56.17%. There are around 270 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sokala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,486 | 765 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 110 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 95 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 876 | 471 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 294 | 316 |
Connectivity of Sokala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sokala. As per the 2011 stats, Sokala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sokala
Knowing the nearby villages of Sokala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sokala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sokala
- Where is Sokala located?
- Sokala village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sokala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sokala is Sukala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sokala?
- The pincode of Sokala is 143514, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sokala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sokala is 1,486, with 765 males and 721 females.
- How many households are there in Sokala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sokala village has a total of 270 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sokala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sokala is 58.95%. The male literacy rate is 61.57%, while the female literacy rate is 56.17%.