Sonamarg - Gund, Ganderbal
Sonamarg is a village situated in the Gund tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 50 km from Kangan and around 72 km from Gaderbal. Sonamarg-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sonamarg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonamarg is 002923. The village covers a total geographical area of 670.6 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sonamarg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonamarg
According to the 2011 Census, Sonamarg village had a total population of 1,051 people, including 579 males and 472 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 815 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.40%, with male literacy at 62.39% and female literacy at 42.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 1,051 | 579 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 143 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 272 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 307 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Sonamarg
Sonamarg 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 Sonamarg
Sonamarg is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Sonamarg is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Sonamarg is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonamarg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonamarg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonamarg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonamarg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonamarg
Where is Sonamarg located?
Sonamarg village is located in Gund Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sonamarg?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sonamarg is Sonamarg-a.
What is the pincode of Sonamarg?
The pincode of Sonamarg is 191202.
What is the population of Sonamarg?
Sonamarg had a total population of 1,051, including 579 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Sonamarg?
Sonamarg had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonamarg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonamarg was 53.40%. Male literacy was 62.39% and female literacy was 42.46%.