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
According to the 2011 Census, Sonium village had a total population of 938 people, including 479 males and 459 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.45%, with male literacy at 70.86% and female literacy at 49.87%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 479 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 74 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 938, including 479 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Sonium?
Sonium had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonium?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonium was 60.45%. Male literacy was 70.86% and female literacy was 49.87%.