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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Soom village had a total population of 849 people, including 441 males and 408 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.70%, with male literacy at 54.03% and female literacy at 45.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 646.
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 | 849 | 441 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 106 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Soom?
Soom is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soom?
The pincode of Soom is 185202.
What is the population of Soom?
Soom had a total population of 849, including 441 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Soom?
Soom had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soom was 49.70%. Male literacy was 54.03% and female literacy was 45.17%.