Sohian
Sohian is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sohian village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sohian unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Sohian’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 Sohian
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohian is 030851. The village spans a total geographical area of 98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144204. Urmar Tanda is nearest town to Sohian village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sohian
Population of Sohian
According to the 2011 Census, Sohian has a total population of about 843, with approximately 433 males and 410 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 292 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 82.68%, with male literacy at about 86.61% and female literacy near 78.54%. There are around 173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohian's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 843 | 433 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 147 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 697 | 375 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 58 | 88 |
Connectivity of Sohian
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohian. As per the 2011 stats, Sohian 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sohian
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohian helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohian.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohian
- Where is Sohian located?
- Sohian village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohian?
- Sohian serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sohian?
- The pincode of Sohian is 144204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sohian as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohian is 843, with 433 males and 410 females.
- How many households are there in Sohian as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohian village has a total of 173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohian as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohian is 82.68%. The male literacy rate is 86.61%, while the female literacy rate is 78.54%.