Soonk
Soonk is a village located in Kharar tehsil of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kharar (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Siunk is the gram panchayat of Soonk village.
Here you can discover what makes Soonk unique in its vibrant Kharar-Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Soonk’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Soonk
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Soonk is 038966. The village spans a total geographical area of 843 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140110. Naya Gaon is nearest town to Soonk village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Soonk
Population of Soonk
According to the 2011 Census, Soonk has a total population of about 1,281, with approximately 688 males and 593 females. The sex ratio is around 861 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 402 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.60%, with male literacy at about 72.67% and female literacy near 61.72%. There are around 223 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Soonk's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,281 | 688 | 593 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 96 | 89 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 211 | 191 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 866 | 500 | 366 |
Illiterate Population | 415 | 188 | 227 |
Connectivity of Soonk
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Soonk. As per the 2011 stats, Soonk had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Soonk
Knowing the nearby villages of Soonk helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Soonk.
Frequently Asked Questions about Soonk
- Where is Soonk located?
- Soonk village is situated in Kharar Tehsil, within the Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Soonk?
- The Gram Panchayat of Soonk is Siunk (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Soonk?
- The pincode of Soonk is 140110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Soonk as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Soonk is 1,281, with 688 males and 593 females.
- How many households are there in Soonk as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Soonk village has a total of 223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Soonk as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Soonk is 67.60%. The male literacy rate is 72.67%, while the female literacy rate is 61.72%.