Sotal
Sotal is a village located in Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chamkaur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Sotal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sotal unique in its vibrant Chamkaur Sahib-Rupnagar region. You’ll see Sotal’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 Sotal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sotal is 038910. The village spans a total geographical area of 362 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140108. Kurali is nearest town to Sotal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sotal
Population of Sotal
According to the 2011 Census, Sotal has a total population of about 1,539, with approximately 818 males and 721 females. The sex ratio is around 881 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 176 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 172 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 72.90%, with male literacy at about 76.28% and female literacy near 69.07%. There are around 292 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sotal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,539 | 818 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 112 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 93 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,122 | 624 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 194 | 223 |
Connectivity of Sotal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sotal. As per the 2011 stats, Sotal 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sotal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sotal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sotal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sotal
- Where is Sotal located?
- Sotal village is situated in Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sotal?
- Sotal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sotal?
- The pincode of Sotal is 140108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sotal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sotal is 1,539, with 818 males and 721 females.
- How many households are there in Sotal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sotal village has a total of 292 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sotal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sotal is 72.90%. The male literacy rate is 76.28%, while the female literacy rate is 69.07%.