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.

Sotura has its own place in the vibrant Pulwama 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 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.

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Population of Sotura

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Sotura village is around 2,920, including approximately 1,462 males and 1,458 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 509 children aged 0–6 years in Sotura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sotura village has 832 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sotura village is about 42.26%, with male literacy at 52.46% and female literacy at 32.03%.
  • There are around 531 households in Sotura village.

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.

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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%.