Soon - Ramgarh, Nainital
Soon is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 58 km from Nainital and around 58 km from Nainital. Sund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soon is 054751. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.38 hectares and falls under the 263138 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Soon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soon
As per Census 2011, Soon village has a total population of 234 people, consisting of 107 males and 127 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 1,186 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 155 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 234 | 107 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 81 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 26 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Soon
Soon 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 Soon
Public transport in the Soon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhowali to Soon is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Soon is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Soon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Soon
Where is Soon located?
Soon village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soon?
The Gram Panchayat of Soon is Sund.
What is the pincode of Soon?
The pincode of Soon is 263138.
What is the population of Soon?
Soon has a total population of 234, including 107 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Soon?
There are 43 households in Soon.
What is the literacy rate in Soon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soon is 66.24%. Male literacy is 75.70% and female literacy is 58.27%.