Sooka - Betalghat, Nainital
Sooka is a village situated in the Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Betalghat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Sukha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sooka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sooka is 054666. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.69 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sooka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sooka
According to the 2011 Census, Sooka village had a total population of 292 people, including 150 males and 142 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.43%, with male literacy at 96.95% and female literacy at 73.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 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 | 292 | 150 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 127 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 23 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Sooka
Sooka 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 Sooka
Public transport in the Sooka is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Sooka is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Sooka is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sooka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sooka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sooka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sooka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sooka
Where is Sooka located?
Sooka village is located in Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sooka?
The Gram Panchayat of Sooka is Sukha.
What is the pincode of Sooka?
The pincode of Sooka is 263134.
What is the population of Sooka?
Sooka had a total population of 292, including 150 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Sooka?
Sooka had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sooka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sooka was 85.43%. Male literacy was 96.95% and female literacy was 73.17%.