Sojowal
Sojowal is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Sujjowal is the gram panchayat of Sojowal village.
Here you can discover what makes Sojowal unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Sojowal’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 Sojowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sojowal is 032351. The village spans a total geographical area of 119 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144521. Balachaur is nearest town to Sojowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sojowal
Population of Sojowal
According to the 2011 Census, Sojowal has a total population of about 719, with approximately 356 males and 363 females. The sex ratio is around 1019 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 66 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 240 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 76.77%, with male literacy at about 82.87% and female literacy near 70.80%. There are around 165 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sojowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 719 | 356 | 363 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 40 | 26 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 122 | 118 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 552 | 295 | 257 |
Illiterate Population | 167 | 61 | 106 |
Connectivity of Sojowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sojowal. As per the 2011 stats, Sojowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sojowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sojowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sojowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sojowal
- Where is Sojowal located?
- Sojowal village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sojowal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sojowal is Sujjowal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sojowal?
- The pincode of Sojowal is 144521, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sojowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sojowal is 719, with 356 males and 363 females.
- How many households are there in Sojowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sojowal village has a total of 165 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sojowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sojowal is 76.77%. The male literacy rate is 82.87%, while the female literacy rate is 70.80%.