Soanchal - Kalakote, Rajouri
Soanchal is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalakote and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Dhangiote East serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Soanchal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soanchal is 001500. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.5 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Soanchal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Soanchal
According to the 2011 Census, Soanchal village had a total population of 372 people, including 196 males and 176 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.19%, with male literacy at 75.78% and female literacy at 43.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 149.
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 | 372 | 196 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 79 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 122 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 74 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Soanchal
Soanchal 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 Soanchal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Soanchal.
| 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 Rajouri to Soanchal is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soanchal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soanchal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Soanchal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soanchal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Soanchal
Where is Soanchal located?
Soanchal village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Soanchal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Soanchal is Dhangiote East.
What is the pincode of Soanchal?
The pincode of Soanchal is 185202.
What is the population of Soanchal?
Soanchal had a total population of 372, including 196 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Soanchal?
Soanchal had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soanchal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soanchal was 60.19%. Male literacy was 75.78% and female literacy was 43.79%.