Soitengo - Pantha Chowk, Srinagar
Soitengo is a village situated in the Pantha Chowk tehsil of Srinagar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Srinagar and around 6 km from Srinagar. Soiteng serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soitengo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soitengo is 002832. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.3 hectares and falls under the 190008 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Soitengo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chadoora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soitengo
According to the 2011 Census, Soitengo village had a total population of 2,362 people, including 1,211 males and 1,151 females, living in 425 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.48%, with male literacy at 64.90% and female literacy at 49.61%.
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 | 2,362 | 1,211 | 1,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 134 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,202 | 699 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,160 | 512 | 648 |
Nearby Villages of Soitengo
Soitengo 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 Soitengo
Soitengo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Soitengo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Soitengo is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srinagar to Soitengo is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soitengo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soitengo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Soitengo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soitengo 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Soitengo
Where is Soitengo located?
Soitengo village is located in Pantha Chowk Tehsil, Srinagar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soitengo?
The Gram Panchayat of Soitengo is Soiteng.
What is the pincode of Soitengo?
The pincode of Soitengo is 190008.
What is the population of Soitengo?
Soitengo had a total population of 2,362, including 1,211 males and 1,151 females.
How many households are there in Soitengo?
Soitengo had 425 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soitengo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soitengo was 57.48%. Male literacy was 64.90% and female literacy was 49.61%.