Sonchal
Sonchal is a village located in Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kalakote (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Rajouri.
Here you can discover what makes Sonchal unique in its vibrant Kalakote-Rajouri region. You’ll see Sonchal’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 Sonchal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonchal is 001500. The village spans a total geographical area of 161.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185202. Rajouri is nearest town to Sonchal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
Google Map of Sonchal
Population of Sonchal
According to the 2011 Census, Sonchal has a total population of about 372, with approximately 196 males and 176 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 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 149. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.81%, with male literacy at about 62.24% and female literacy near 38.07%. There are around 78 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonchal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 372 | 196 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 79 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 122 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 74 | 109 |
Connectivity of Sonchal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonchal. As per the 2011 stats, Sonchal 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 Sonchal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonchal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonchal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonchal
- Where is Sonchal located?
- Sonchal village is situated in Kalakote Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Sonchal?
- The pincode of Sonchal is 185202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonchal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonchal is 372, with 196 males and 176 females.
- How many households are there in Sonchal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonchal village has a total of 78 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonchal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonchal is 50.81%. The male literacy rate is 62.24%, while the female literacy rate is 38.07%.