Soni - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Soni is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Sunni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soni is 031906. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 144525 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Soni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soni
As per Census 2011, Soni village has a total population of 788 people, consisting of 402 males and 386 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 591 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 427 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 788 | 402 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 223 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 306 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 96 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Soni
Soni 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 Soni
Soni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Soni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Soni is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soni 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 Soni
Where is Soni located?
Soni village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soni?
The Gram Panchayat of Soni is Sunni.
What is the pincode of Soni?
The pincode of Soni is 144525.
What is the population of Soni?
Soni has a total population of 788, including 402 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Soni?
There are 169 households in Soni.
What is the literacy rate in Soni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soni is 75.00%. Male literacy is 76.12% and female literacy is 73.83%.