Sotura
Sotura is a village located in Tral tehsil of Pulwama district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Tral (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Pulwama. As per 2009 stats, Satoora is the gram panchayat of Sotura village.
Here you can discover what makes Sotura unique in its vibrant Tral-Pulwama region. You’ll see Sotura’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 Sotura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sotura is 003034. The village spans a total geographical area of 573.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 192123. Tral is nearest town to Sotura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Sotura
Population of Sotura
According to the 2011 Census, Sotura has a total population of about 2,920, with approximately 1,462 males and 1,458 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 509 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 832. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.26%, with male literacy at about 52.46% and female literacy near 32.03%. There are around 531 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sotura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,920 | 1,462 | 1,458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 509 | 258 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 832 | 431 | 401 |
| Literate Population | 1,234 | 767 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,686 | 695 | 991 |
Connectivity of Sotura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sotura. As per the 2011 stats, Sotura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sotura
Knowing the nearby villages of Sotura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sotura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sotura
- Where is Sotura located?
- Sotura village is situated in Tral Tehsil, within the Pulwama district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sotura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sotura is Satoora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sotura?
- The pincode of Sotura is 192123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sotura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sotura is 2,920, with 1,462 males and 1,458 females.
- How many households are there in Sotura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sotura village has a total of 531 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sotura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sotura is 42.26%. The male literacy rate is 52.46%, while the female literacy rate is 32.03%.