Soni - Ranikhet, Almora
Soni is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Suniya Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soni is 052564. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.15 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Soni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Soni
According to the 2011 Census, Soni village had a total population of 21 people, including 11 males and 10 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 44.44%.
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 | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Soni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Soni is about 28 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 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soni?
The Gram Panchayat of Soni is Suniya Kot.
What is the pincode of Soni?
The pincode of Soni is 263663.
What is the population of Soni?
Soni had a total population of 21, including 11 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Soni?
Soni had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soni was 68.42%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 44.44%.