Sool - Katra, Reasi
Sool is a village situated in the Katra tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 38 km from Reasi and around 38 km from Reasi. Sool village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sool is 005402. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.9 hectares and falls under the 182320 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Sool village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sool
As per Census 2011, Sool village has a total population of 1,012 people, consisting of 525 males and 487 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 321 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sool are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,012 | 525 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 87 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 166 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 363 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 162 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Sool
Sool 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 Sool
Sool is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sool has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Reasi to Sool is about 38 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 Sool
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sool village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sool
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sool village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sool
Where is Sool located?
Sool village is located in Katra Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sool?
Sool is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sool?
The pincode of Sool is 182320.
What is the population of Sool?
Sool has a total population of 1,012, including 525 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Sool?
There are 191 households in Sool.
What is the literacy rate in Sool?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sool is 64.62%. Male literacy is 69.14% and female literacy is 59.75%.