Sochen Bonet - Beerwah, Budgam
Sochen Bonet is a village situated in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Beerwah and around 15 km from Budgam. Suchen Bonnet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sochen Bonet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sochen Bonet is 000474. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.1 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sochen Bonet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beerwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sochen Bonet
According to the 2011 Census, Sochen Bonet village had a total population of 1,027 people, including 545 males and 482 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.37%, with male literacy at 71.81% and female literacy at 45.86%.
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 | 1,027 | 545 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 208 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 242 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 303 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Sochen Bonet
Sochen Bonet 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 Sochen Bonet
Sochen Bonet is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sochen Bonet.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beerwah to Sochen Bonet is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Sochen Bonet is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sochen Bonet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sochen Bonet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sochen Bonet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sochen Bonet 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sochen Bonet
Where is Sochen Bonet located?
Sochen Bonet village is located in Beerwah Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sochen Bonet?
The Gram Panchayat of Sochen Bonet is Suchen Bonnet.
What is the pincode of Sochen Bonet?
The pincode of Sochen Bonet is 193411.
What is the population of Sochen Bonet?
Sochen Bonet had a total population of 1,027, including 545 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Sochen Bonet?
Sochen Bonet had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sochen Bonet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sochen Bonet was 58.37%. Male literacy was 71.81% and female literacy was 45.86%.