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.

Sonchal 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 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

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Sonchal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Sonchal village is around 372, including approximately 196 males and 176 females, with a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Sonchal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonchal village has 149 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonchal village is about 50.81%, with male literacy at 62.24% and female literacy at 38.07%.
  • There are around 78 households in Sonchal village.

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.

Dangot Salheri Mangrot Majra Nehoti Pondal Jata Brahamana Jata Mahlian Barmandal Marhote Dayalah Panglot

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%.