Sokalgarh
Sokalgarh is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sakalgarh is the gram panchayat of Sokalgarh village.
Here you can discover what makes Sokalgarh unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Sokalgarh’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 Sokalgarh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sokalgarh is 027565. The village spans a total geographical area of 129 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145025. Pathankot is nearest town to Sokalgarh village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sokalgarh
Population of Sokalgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Sokalgarh has a total population of about 1,409, with approximately 732 males and 677 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 849 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 63.66%, with male literacy at about 66.94% and female literacy near 60.12%. There are around 283 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sokalgarh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,409 | 732 | 677 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 97 | 86 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 849 | 434 | 415 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 897 | 490 | 407 |
Illiterate Population | 512 | 242 | 270 |
Connectivity of Sokalgarh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sokalgarh. As per the 2011 stats, Sokalgarh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sokalgarh
Knowing the nearby villages of Sokalgarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sokalgarh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sokalgarh
- Where is Sokalgarh located?
- Sokalgarh village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sokalgarh?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sokalgarh is Sakalgarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sokalgarh?
- The pincode of Sokalgarh is 145025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sokalgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sokalgarh is 1,409, with 732 males and 677 females.
- How many households are there in Sokalgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sokalgarh village has a total of 283 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sokalgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sokalgarh is 63.66%. The male literacy rate is 66.94%, while the female literacy rate is 60.12%.