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.
Here you can discover what makes Soori unique in its vibrant Saluni-Chamba region. You’ll see Soori’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Soori
Population of Soori
According to the 2011 Census, Soori has a total population of about 304, with approximately 160 males and 144 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 284 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 20. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.33%, with male literacy at about 61.88% and female literacy near 37.50%. There are around 56 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Soori's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.