Soni - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Soni is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Devprayag and around 116 km from New Tehri. Soni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soni is 043351. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.58 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Soni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soni
As per Census 2011, Soni village has a total population of 114 people, consisting of 53 males and 61 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 53 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 43 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 10 | 35 |
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
Soni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Srinagar to Soni is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Soni is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Soni
Where is Soni located?
Soni village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soni?
Soni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soni?
The pincode of Soni is 249161.
What is the population of Soni?
Soni has a total population of 114, including 53 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Soni?
There are 38 households in Soni.
What is the literacy rate in Soni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soni is 60.53%. Male literacy is 81.13% and female literacy is 42.62%.