Sonamarg
Sonamarg is a village located in Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Kangan (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Gaderbal. As per 2009 stats, Sonamarg B is the gram panchayat of Sonamarg village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonamarg unique in its vibrant Kangan-Ganderbal region. You’ll see Sonamarg’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 Sonamarg
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonamarg is 002923. The village spans a total geographical area of 670.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 191203. Ganderbal is nearest town to Sonamarg village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Sonamarg
Population of Sonamarg
According to the 2011 Census, Sonamarg has a total population of about 1,051, with approximately 579 males and 472 females. The sex ratio is around 815 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 257 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.34%, with male literacy at about 46.98% and female literacy near 32.20%. There are around 122 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonamarg's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,051 | 579 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 143 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 272 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 307 | 320 |
Connectivity of Sonamarg
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonamarg. As per the 2011 stats, Sonamarg had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonamarg
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonamarg helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonamarg.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonamarg
- Where is Sonamarg located?
- Sonamarg village is situated in Kangan Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonamarg?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonamarg is Sonamarg B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonamarg?
- The pincode of Sonamarg is 191203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonamarg as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonamarg is 1,051, with 579 males and 472 females.
- How many households are there in Sonamarg as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonamarg village has a total of 122 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonamarg as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonamarg is 40.34%. The male literacy rate is 46.98%, while the female literacy rate is 32.20%.