Sohian
Sohian is a village located in Payal tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Payal (tehsildar office) and 45km 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 Payal-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 033286. The village spans a total geographical area of 329 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141119. Maloud 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 1,499, with approximately 803 males and 696 females. The sex ratio is around 866 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 759 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 70.05%, with male literacy at about 77.83% and female literacy near 61.06%. There are around 285 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 | 1,499 | 803 | 696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 73 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 759 | 419 | 340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,050 | 625 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 178 | 271 |
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 village |
| 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 Payal 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 141119, 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 1,499, with 803 males and 696 females.
- How many households are there in Sohian as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohian village has a total of 285 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohian as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohian is 70.05%. The male literacy rate is 77.83%, while the female literacy rate is 61.06%.