Sahoke - Sangrur
Sahoke is a village situated in the Sangrur tehsil of Sangrur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from Sangrur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sahoke village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahoke is 039788. The village covers a total geographical area of 511 hectares and falls under the 148106 pincode. Longowal is the nearest town.
Sahoke village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sunam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahoke
As per Census 2011, Sahoke village has a total population of 2,000 people, consisting of 1,049 males and 951 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,144 literate and 856 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahoke are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,000 | 1,049 | 951 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 134 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,192 | 630 | 562 |
| Literate Population | 1,144 | 629 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 856 | 420 | 436 |
Nearby Villages of Sahoke
Sahoke is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mander Khurd | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Dhadrian | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Rajia | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Rattoke | East | 3.18 km |
| Ashpal Khurd | North | 3.41 km |
| Takipur | East | 4.31 km |
| Ashpal Kalan | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Kot Duna | West | 5.14 km |
| Togawal | South-East | 5.27 km |
| Pandher | South-West | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahoke
Public transport in the Sahoke is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hadiaya, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sangrur to Sahoke is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahoke
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahoke village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahoke
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahoke village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahoke
Where is Sahoke located?
Sahoke village is located in Sangrur Tehsil, Sangrur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahoke?
Sahoke is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahoke?
The pincode of Sahoke is 148106.
What is the population of Sahoke?
Sahoke has a total population of 2,000, including 1,049 males and 951 females.
How many households are there in Sahoke?
There are 370 households in Sahoke.
What is the literacy rate in Sahoke?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahoke is 57.20%. Male literacy is 59.96% and female literacy is 54.15%.