Soon - Loharghat, Solan
Soon is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Solan. Lag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soon is 020591. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Soon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soon
As per Census 2011, Soon village has a total population of 424 people, consisting of 223 males and 201 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 424 | 223 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 72 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 170 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 53 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Soon
Soon 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 Soon
Soon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Soon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Soon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soon
Where is Soon located?
Soon village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soon?
The Gram Panchayat of Soon is Lag.
What is the pincode of Soon?
The pincode of Soon is 174102.
What is the population of Soon?
Soon has a total population of 424, including 223 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Soon?
There are 86 households in Soon.
What is the literacy rate in Soon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soon is 66.98%. Male literacy is 76.23% and female literacy is 56.72%.