Sohian

Sohian is a village located in Jagraon tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Jagraon (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Sohian village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Sohian unique in its vibrant Jagraon-Ludhiana 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 033783. The village spans a total geographical area of 588 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142023. Jagraon is nearest town to Sohian village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Sohian village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dakha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sohian

According to the 2011 Census, Sohian has a total population of about 2,619, with approximately 1,370 males and 1,249 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 246 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 909 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 74.07%, with male literacy at about 77.37% and female literacy near 70.46%. There are around 509 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,619 1,370 1,249
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 246 134 112
Scheduled Castes (SC) 909 471 438
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,940 1,060 880
Illiterate Population 679 310 369

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 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 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 Jagraon Tehsil, within the Ludhiana 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 142023, 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 2,619, with 1,370 males and 1,249 females.
How many households are there in Sohian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sohian village has a total of 509 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohian as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohian is 74.07%. The male literacy rate is 77.37%, while the female literacy rate is 70.46%.