Soni

Soni is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sunni is the gram panchayat of Soni village.

Soni has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Soni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Soni is 031906. The village spans a total geographical area of 90 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144520. Garhshankar is nearest town to Soni village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Soni

Below is a concise population overview of Soni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 788 402 386
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 34 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) 427 223 204
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 591 306 285
Illiterate Population 197 96 101

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Soni village:

  • The total population of Soni village is around 788, including approximately 402 males and 386 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Soni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Soni village has 427 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Soni village is about 75.00%, with male literacy at 76.12% and female literacy at 73.83%.
  • There are around 169 households in Soni village.

Connectivity of Soni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Soni. As per the 2011 stats, Soni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Soni

Knowing the nearby villages of Soni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Soni.

Rihala Mehrowal Bugra Chak Soni Aima Jattan Nurpur Paddi Khutti Mazara Dingrian Chandsu Jattan Sakruli Dadewal

Frequently Asked Questions about Soni

Where is Soni located?
Soni village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soni?
The Gram Panchayat of Soni is Sunni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Soni?
The pincode of Soni is 144520, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Soni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Soni is 788, with 402 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Soni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Soni village has a total of 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Soni is 75.00%. The male literacy rate is 76.12%, while the female literacy rate is 73.83%.