Soner Wani - Bandipora
Soner Wani is a village situated in the Bandipora tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from Bandipore and around 4 km from Bandipore. Sonerwani A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soner Wani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soner Wani is 002738. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.8 hectares and falls under the 193502 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Soner Wani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soner Wani
As per Census 2011, Soner Wani village has a total population of 1,855 people, consisting of 937 males and 918 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,334 literate and 521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soner Wani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,855 | 937 | 918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 110 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 313 | 145 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 1,334 | 751 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 186 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Soner Wani
Soner Wani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Soner Wani
Soner Wani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bandipora to Soner Wani is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipore to Soner Wani is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soner Wani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soner Wani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Soner Wani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soner Wani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Soner Wani
Where is Soner Wani located?
Soner Wani village is located in Bandipora Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soner Wani?
The Gram Panchayat of Soner Wani is Sonerwani A.
What is the pincode of Soner Wani?
The pincode of Soner Wani is 193502.
What is the population of Soner Wani?
Soner Wani has a total population of 1,855, including 937 males and 918 females.
How many households are there in Soner Wani?
There are 320 households in Soner Wani.
What is the literacy rate in Soner Wani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soner Wani is 71.91%. Male literacy is 80.15% and female literacy is 63.51%.