Sooni - Dhari, Nainital
Sooni is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Suni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sooni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sooni is 054976. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.31 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Sooni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sooni
According to the 2011 Census, Sooni village had a total population of 606 people, including 315 males and 291 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.25%, with male literacy at 91.54% and female literacy at 61.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204.
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 | 606 | 315 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 55 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 100 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 238 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 77 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Sooni
Sooni 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 Sooni
Sooni is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Bhimtal to Sooni is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Sooni is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sooni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sooni 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 Sooni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sooni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sooni
Where is Sooni located?
Sooni village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sooni?
The Gram Panchayat of Sooni is Suni.
What is the pincode of Sooni?
The pincode of Sooni is 263132.
What is the population of Sooni?
Sooni had a total population of 606, including 315 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Sooni?
Sooni had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sooni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sooni was 77.25%. Male literacy was 91.54% and female literacy was 61.83%.