Sooka

Sooka is a village located in Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Betalghat (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Nainital. As per 2009 stats, Sukha is the gram panchayat of Sooka village.

Here you can discover what makes Sooka unique in its vibrant Betalghat-Nainital region. You’ll see Sooka’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 Sooka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sooka is 054666. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263134. Ranikhet is nearest town to Sooka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.

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Population of Sooka

According to the 2011 Census, Sooka has a total population of about 292, with approximately 150 males and 142 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 44 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 74.32%, with male literacy at about 84.67% and female literacy near 63.38%. There are around 59 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sooka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 292 150 142
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 38 19 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 44 23 21
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 217 127 90
Illiterate Population 75 23 52

Connectivity of Sooka

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

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

Nearby Villages of Sooka

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sooka

Where is Sooka located?
Sooka village is situated in Betalghat Tehsil, within the Nainital district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sooka?
The Gram Panchayat of Sooka is Sukha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sooka?
The pincode of Sooka is 263134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sooka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sooka is 292, with 150 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Sooka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sooka village has a total of 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sooka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sooka is 74.32%. The male literacy rate is 84.67%, while the female literacy rate is 63.38%.