Sokar - Koteranka, Rajouri
Sokar is a village situated in the Koteranka tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 40 km from Budhal and around 23 km from Rajouri. Soker serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sokar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sokar is 001433. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.2 hectares and falls under the 185132 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Sokar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sokar
According to the 2011 Census, Sokar village had a total population of 681 people, including 363 males and 318 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.64%, with male literacy at 68.06% and female literacy at 45.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 344.
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 | 681 | 363 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 75 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 192 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 196 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 167 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Sokar
Sokar 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 Sokar
Sokar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Rajouri to Sokar is about 23 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 Sokar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sokar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sokar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sokar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sokar
Where is Sokar located?
Sokar village is located in Koteranka Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sokar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sokar is Soker.
What is the pincode of Sokar?
The pincode of Sokar is 185132.
What is the population of Sokar?
Sokar had a total population of 681, including 363 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Sokar?
Sokar had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sokar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sokar was 57.64%. Male literacy was 68.06% and female literacy was 45.88%.