Soura - Bhalla, Doda
Soura is a village situated in the Bhalla tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Baderwah and around 40 km from Doda. Soura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soura is 004414. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.2 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Soura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soura
As per Census 2011, Soura village has a total population of 357 people, consisting of 193 males and 164 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 143 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 357 | 193 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 141 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 52 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Soura
Soura 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 Soura
Soura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Soura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Soura is about 40 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 Soura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soura 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 Soura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Soura
Where is Soura located?
Soura village is located in Bhalla Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soura?
Soura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soura?
The pincode of Soura is 182221.
What is the population of Soura?
Soura has a total population of 357, including 193 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Soura?
There are 69 households in Soura.
What is the literacy rate in Soura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soura is 59.94%. Male literacy is 73.06% and female literacy is 44.51%.