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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sogam village had a total population of 2,786 people, including 1,445 males and 1,341 females, living in 422 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.68%, with male literacy at 75.09% and female literacy at 41.43%.
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 | 2,786 | 1,445 | 1,341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 273 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Sogam?
Sogam is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sogam?
The pincode of Sogam is 191113.
What is the population of Sogam?
Sogam had a total population of 2,786, including 1,445 males and 1,341 females.
How many households are there in Sogam?
Sogam had 422 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sogam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sogam was 58.68%. Male literacy was 75.09% and female literacy was 41.43%.