Sonamulla - D H Pora, Kulgam
Sonamulla is a village situated in the D H Pora tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Damhalhanji Pora and around 17 km from Kulgam. Gandwani serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sonamulla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonamulla is 004079. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.6 hectares and falls under the 192233 pincode. Kulgam is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Sonamulla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Noorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonamulla
According to the 2011 Census, Sonamulla village had a total population of 490 people, including 238 males and 252 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.09%, with male literacy at 70.98% and female literacy at 47.78%.
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 | 490 | 238 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 137 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 101 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Sonamulla
Sonamulla 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 Sonamulla
Sonamulla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kulgam to Sonamulla is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonamulla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonamulla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonamulla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonamulla 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sonamulla
Where is Sonamulla located?
Sonamulla village is located in D H Pora Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sonamulla?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sonamulla is Gandwani.
What is the pincode of Sonamulla?
The pincode of Sonamulla is 192233.
What is the population of Sonamulla?
Sonamulla had a total population of 490, including 238 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Sonamulla?
Sonamulla had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonamulla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonamulla was 59.09%. Male literacy was 70.98% and female literacy was 47.78%.