Soori - Saluni, Chamba
Soori is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Suri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soori is 007171. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.89 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Soori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soori
According to the 2011 Census, Soori village had a total population of 304 people, including 160 males and 144 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.70%, with male literacy at 76.15% and female literacy at 47.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 284, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 304 | 160 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 150 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 99 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 61 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Soori
Soori 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 Soori
Public transport in the Soori is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Chamba to Soori is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Soori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soori 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 Soori
Where is Soori located?
Soori village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soori?
The Gram Panchayat of Soori is Suri.
What is the pincode of Soori?
The pincode of Soori is 176320.
What is the population of Soori?
Soori had a total population of 304, including 160 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Soori?
Soori had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soori was 62.70%. Male literacy was 76.15% and female literacy was 47.37%.