Soom - Kalakote, Rajouri
Soom is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalakote and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Soom village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soom is 001491. The village covers a total geographical area of 696.5 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Soom village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Soom
As per Census 2011, Soom village has a total population of 849 people, consisting of 441 males and 408 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 523 illiterate residents. Additionally, 646 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soom are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 849 | 441 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 106 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 646 | 342 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 181 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 260 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Soom
Soom 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 Soom
Soom is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Rajouri to Soom is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soom 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 Soom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soom village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soom
Where is Soom located?
Soom village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soom?
Soom is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soom?
The pincode of Soom is 185202.
What is the population of Soom?
Soom has a total population of 849, including 441 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Soom?
There are 190 households in Soom.
What is the literacy rate in Soom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soom is 38.40%. Male literacy is 41.04% and female literacy is 35.54%.