Sonium - Kunzer, Baramulla
Sonium is a village situated in the Kunzer tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Pattan and around 32 km from Baramulla. Sonium village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonium is 002392. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 193404 pincode. Pattan is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sonium village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gulmarg Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonium
As per Census 2011, Sonium village has a total population of 938 people, consisting of 479 males and 459 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 486 literate and 452 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonium are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 479 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 74 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 287 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 192 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Sonium
Sonium 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 Sonium
Sonium is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sonium.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattan to Sonium is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Sonium is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonium
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonium village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonium
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonium village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonium
Where is Sonium located?
Sonium village is located in Kunzer Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonium?
Sonium is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonium?
The pincode of Sonium is 193404.
What is the population of Sonium?
Sonium has a total population of 938, including 479 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Sonium?
There are 171 households in Sonium.
What is the literacy rate in Sonium?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonium is 51.81%. Male literacy is 59.92% and female literacy is 43.36%.