Sogam - Chadoora, Budgam
Sogam is a village situated in the Chadoora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from Chadoora and around 17 km from Budgam. Sogam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sogam is 000790. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.1 hectares and falls under the 191113 pincode. Chadoora is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sogam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chrar-i-sharief Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sogam
As per Census 2011, Sogam village has a total population of 2,786 people, consisting of 1,445 males and 1,341 females. The village has 422 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,342 literate and 1,444 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sogam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,786 | 1,445 | 1,341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 273 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 1,342 | 880 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,444 | 565 | 879 |
Nearby Villages of Sogam
Sogam 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 Sogam
Sogam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sogam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chadoora to Sogam is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Sogam is about 17 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 Sogam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sogam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sogam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sogam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sogam
Where is Sogam located?
Sogam village is located in Chadoora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sogam?
Sogam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sogam?
The pincode of Sogam is 191113.
What is the population of Sogam?
Sogam has a total population of 2,786, including 1,445 males and 1,341 females.
How many households are there in Sogam?
There are 422 households in Sogam.
What is the literacy rate in Sogam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sogam is 48.17%. Male literacy is 60.90% and female literacy is 34.45%.