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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Soanchal village has a total population of 372 people, consisting of 196 males and 176 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soanchal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 372 | 196 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Soanchal?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 372, including 196 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Soanchal?
There are 78 households in Soanchal.
What is the literacy rate in Soanchal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soanchal is 50.81%. Male literacy is 62.24% and female literacy is 38.07%.