Som

Som is a village located in Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kalakote (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Rajouri.

Som 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 Som

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Som is 001491. The village spans a total geographical area of 696.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185202. Rajouri is nearest town to Som village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Som

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 849 441 408
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 193 106 87
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 646 342 304
Literate Population 326 181 145
Illiterate Population 523 260 263

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

  • The total population of Som village is around 849, including approximately 441 males and 408 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 193 children aged 0–6 years in Som village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Som village has 646 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Som village is about 38.40%, with male literacy at 41.04% and female literacy at 35.54%.
  • There are around 190 households in Som village.

Connectivity of Som

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Som. As per the 2011 stats, Som had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Som

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Som

Where is Som located?
Som village is situated in Kalakote Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Som?
The pincode of Som is 185202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Som as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Som is 849, with 441 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Som as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Som village has a total of 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Som as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Som is 38.40%. The male literacy rate is 41.04%, while the female literacy rate is 35.54%.