Soori

Soori is a village located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 58km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Soori village. As per 2009 stats, Suri is the gram panchayat of Soori village.

Soori has its own place in the vibrant Chamba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Soori

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Soori is 007171. The village spans a total geographical area of 232.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176320. Chamba is nearest town to Soori village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Soori village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Soori

Below is a concise population overview of Soori as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Soori village:

  • The total population of Soori village is around 304, including approximately 160 males and 144 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Soori village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Soori village has 284 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Soori village is about 50.33%, with male literacy at 61.88% and female literacy at 37.50%.
  • There are around 56 households in Soori village.

Connectivity of Soori

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Soori. As per the 2011 stats, Soori had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Soori

Knowing the nearby villages of Soori helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Soori.

Frequently Asked Questions about Soori

Where is Soori located?
Soori village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soori?
The Gram Panchayat of Soori is Suri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Soori?
The pincode of Soori is 176320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Soori as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Soori is 304, with 160 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Soori as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Soori village has a total of 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soori as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Soori is 50.33%. The male literacy rate is 61.88%, while the female literacy rate is 37.50%.