Sooti - Kharsia, Raigarh
Sooti is a village situated in the Kharsia tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kharsia and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Suti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sooti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sooti is 435198. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.63 hectares and falls under the 496661 pincode. Kharsia is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sooti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kharsia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sooti
As per Census 2011, Sooti village has a total population of 1,493 people, consisting of 751 males and 742 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 938 literate and 555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 898 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sooti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,493 | 751 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 100 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 898 | 456 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 548 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 203 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Sooti
Sooti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhadripali | East | 1.20 km |
| Paraskol | South | 1.44 km |
| Sarwani | West | 1.84 km |
| Parsapali | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Chhote Deogaon | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Patrapali | North | 2.17 km |
| Ulda | North | 2.56 km |
| Turekela | South | 3.09 km |
| Tiuar | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Botalda | East | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sooti
Sooti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jharradih, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharsia to Sooti is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Sooti is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sooti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sooti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sooti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sooti 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sooti
Where is Sooti located?
Sooti village is located in Kharsia Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sooti?
The Gram Panchayat of Sooti is Suti.
What is the pincode of Sooti?
The pincode of Sooti is 496661.
What is the population of Sooti?
Sooti has a total population of 1,493, including 751 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Sooti?
There are 333 households in Sooti.
What is the literacy rate in Sooti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sooti is 62.83%. Male literacy is 72.97% and female literacy is 52.56%.