Soni - Narendra Nagar, Tehri Garhwal
Soni is a village situated in the Narendra Nagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from Narendra Nagar and around 55 km from New Tehri. Soni Dhamandsyun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soni is 044469. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.04 hectares and falls under the 249175 pincode. Narendra Nagar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Soni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Soni
According to the 2011 Census, Soni village had a total population of 356 people, including 161 males and 195 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,211 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.92%, with male literacy at 92.25% and female literacy at 65.66%. 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 | 356 | 161 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 19 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 17 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 131 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 30 | 86 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Narendra Nagar to Soni is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Soni is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soni
Where is Soni located?
Soni village is located in Narendra Nagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soni?
The Gram Panchayat of Soni is Soni Dhamandsyun.
What is the pincode of Soni?
The pincode of Soni is 249175.
What is the population of Soni?
Soni had a total population of 356, including 161 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Soni?
Soni had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soni was 77.92%. Male literacy was 92.25% and female literacy was 65.66%.