Souramuri - Koya, Kamrup
Souramuri is a village situated in the Koya subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koya and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Baranghati Gorpot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Souramuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Souramuri is 302448. The village covers a total geographical area of 465.05 hectares and falls under the 781350 pincode. Guwahati is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Souramuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mangaldoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Souramuri
As per Census 2011, Souramuri village has a total population of 2,141 people, consisting of 1,112 males and 1,029 females. The village has 460 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,544 literate and 597 illiterate residents. Additionally, 980 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Souramuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,141 | 1,112 | 1,029 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 126 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 980 | 501 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,544 | 859 | 685 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 253 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Souramuri
Souramuri 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 Souramuri
Souramuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Guwahati to Souramuri is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Souramuri is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Souramuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Souramuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Souramuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Souramuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Souramuri
Where is Souramuri located?
Souramuri village is located in Koya Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Souramuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Souramuri is Baranghati Gorpot.
What is the pincode of Souramuri?
The pincode of Souramuri is 781350.
What is the population of Souramuri?
Souramuri has a total population of 2,141, including 1,112 males and 1,029 females.
How many households are there in Souramuri?
There are 460 households in Souramuri.
What is the literacy rate in Souramuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Souramuri is 72.12%. Male literacy is 77.25% and female literacy is 66.57%.