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.
Here you can discover what makes Soraf Raw unique in its vibrant Kangan-Ganderbal region. You’ll see Soraf Raw’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 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.
Google Map of Soraf Raw
Population of Soraf Raw
According to the 2011 Census, Soraf Raw has a total population of about 3,510, with approximately 1,814 males and 1,696 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 638 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 2,042. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.66%, with male literacy at about 46.86% and female literacy near 27.83%. There are around 590 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Soraf Raw's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.