Sohalpur Gada - Roorkee, Haridwar
Sohalpur Gada is a village situated in the Roorkee tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Roorkee and around 40 km from Hardwar. Sohalpur Gaada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohalpur Gada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohalpur Gada is 056410. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.07 hectares and falls under the 247667 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sohalpur Gada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhabrera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohalpur Gada
According to the 2011 Census, Sohalpur Gada village had a total population of 1,672 people, including 853 males and 819 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.97%, with male literacy at 72.95% and female literacy at 50.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 166.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,672 | 853 | 819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 158 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 85 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 854 | 507 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 346 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Sohalpur Gada
Sohalpur Gada 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 Gada
Sohalpur Gada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sohalpur Gada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Sohalpur Gada is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Sohalpur Gada is about 40 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 Gada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohalpur Gada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sohalpur Gada
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 Gada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sohalpur Gada
Where is Sohalpur Gada located?
Sohalpur Gada village is located in Roorkee Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sohalpur Gada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohalpur Gada is Sohalpur Gaada.
What is the pincode of Sohalpur Gada?
The pincode of Sohalpur Gada is 247667.
What is the population of Sohalpur Gada?
Sohalpur Gada had a total population of 1,672, including 853 males and 819 females.
How many households are there in Sohalpur Gada?
Sohalpur Gada had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohalpur Gada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohalpur Gada was 61.97%. Male literacy was 72.95% and female literacy was 50.81%.