Soker

Soker is a village located in Budhal tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Budhal (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Rajouri.

Soker has its own place in the vibrant Rajouri 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 Soker

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Soker is 001433. The village spans a total geographical area of 86.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185233. Rajouri is nearest town to Soker village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Soker

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 681 363 318
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 138 75 63
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 344 192 152
Literate Population 313 196 117
Illiterate Population 368 167 201

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

  • The total population of Soker village is around 681, including approximately 363 males and 318 females, with a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 138 children aged 0–6 years in Soker village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Soker village has 344 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Soker village is about 45.96%, with male literacy at 53.99% and female literacy at 36.79%.
  • There are around 140 households in Soker village.

Connectivity of Soker

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Soker

Where is Soker located?
Soker village is situated in Budhal Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Soker?
The pincode of Soker is 185233, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Soker as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Soker is 681, with 363 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Soker as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Soker village has a total of 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soker as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Soker is 45.96%. The male literacy rate is 53.99%, while the female literacy rate is 36.79%.