Soulmari - Gossaigaon (Pt), Kokrajhar
Soulmari is a village situated in the Gossaigaon (Pt) subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gossaigaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soulmari is 279690. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.87 hectares and falls under the 783360 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Soulmari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Abhayapuri South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barpeta Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soulmari
According to the 2011 Census, Soulmari village had a total population of 82 people, including 41 males and 41 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.32%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 47.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 20 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Soulmari
Soulmari 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 Soulmari
Public transport in the Soulmari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gossaigaon to Soulmari is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kokrajhar to Soulmari 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 Soulmari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soulmari 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 Soulmari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soulmari 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 Soulmari
Where is Soulmari located?
Soulmari village is located in Gossaigaon (Pt) Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Soulmari?
The pincode of Soulmari is 783360.
What is the population of Soulmari?
Soulmari had a total population of 82, including 41 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Soulmari?
Soulmari had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soulmari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soulmari was 60.32%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 47.22%.