Sohalpur Sikrodha - Hardwar, Haridwar
Sohalpur Sikrodha is a village situated in the Hardwar tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Hardwar and around 30 km from Hardwar (rosanabad). Sohalpur Sikrodha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohalpur Sikrodha is 056652. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.02 hectares and falls under the 249401 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sohalpur Sikrodha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jwalapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohalpur Sikrodha
As per Census 2011, Sohalpur Sikrodha village has a total population of 3,646 people, consisting of 1,951 males and 1,695 females. The village has 611 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 543 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,203 literate and 1,443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,713 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohalpur Sikrodha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,646 | 1,951 | 1,695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 543 | 284 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,713 | 922 | 791 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,203 | 1,376 | 827 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,443 | 575 | 868 |
Nearby Villages of Sohalpur Sikrodha
Sohalpur Sikrodha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sohalpur Sikrodha
Public transport in the Sohalpur Sikrodha is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sohalpur Sikrodha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Sohalpur Sikrodha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar (rosanabad) to Sohalpur Sikrodha 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 Sohalpur Sikrodha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohalpur Sikrodha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sohalpur Sikrodha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohalpur Sikrodha 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 Sohalpur Sikrodha
Where is Sohalpur Sikrodha located?
Sohalpur Sikrodha village is located in Hardwar Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohalpur Sikrodha?
Sohalpur Sikrodha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sohalpur Sikrodha?
The pincode of Sohalpur Sikrodha is 249401.
What is the population of Sohalpur Sikrodha?
Sohalpur Sikrodha has a total population of 3,646, including 1,951 males and 1,695 females.
How many households are there in Sohalpur Sikrodha?
There are 611 households in Sohalpur Sikrodha.
What is the literacy rate in Sohalpur Sikrodha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohalpur Sikrodha is 60.42%. Male literacy is 70.53% and female literacy is 48.79%.