Soraf Raw

Soraf Raw is a village located in Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Kangan (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Gaderbal. As per 2009 stats, Surfraw B is the gram panchayat of Soraf Raw village.

Soraf Raw has its own place in the vibrant Ganderbal 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 Soraf Raw

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Soraf Raw is 002916. The village spans a total geographical area of 275.2 hectares. Ganderbal is nearest town to Soraf Raw village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

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Population of Soraf Raw

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,510 1,814 1,696
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 638 326 312
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2,042 1,051 991
Literate Population 1,322 850 472
Illiterate Population 2,188 964 1,224

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

  • The total population of Soraf Raw village is around 3,510, including approximately 1,814 males and 1,696 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 638 children aged 0–6 years in Soraf Raw village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Soraf Raw village has 2,042 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Soraf Raw village is about 37.66%, with male literacy at 46.86% and female literacy at 27.83%.
  • There are around 590 households in Soraf Raw village.

Connectivity of Soraf Raw

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Soraf Raw. As per the 2011 stats, Soraf Raw 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 village

Nearby Villages of Soraf Raw

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

Thune Yechi Hama Daraduder Mamer Hari Ganiwan Sumbal Bala Fraw Haknar Gund Sarsingh Rayil Kolan Porajat Gagangir

Frequently Asked Questions about Soraf Raw

Where is Soraf Raw located?
Soraf Raw village is situated in Kangan Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soraf Raw?
The Gram Panchayat of Soraf Raw is Surfraw B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Soraf Raw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Soraf Raw is 3,510, with 1,814 males and 1,696 females.
How many households are there in Soraf Raw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Soraf Raw village has a total of 590 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soraf Raw as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Soraf Raw is 37.66%. The male literacy rate is 46.86%, while the female literacy rate is 27.83%.