Soorapura
Soorapura is a village located in Kadur taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kadur (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Y Mallapura is the gram panchayat of Soorapura village.
Soorapura has its own place in the vibrant Chikmagalur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Soorapura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Soorapura is 609486. The village spans a total geographical area of 306.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577548. Kadur is nearest town to Soorapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Soorapura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kadur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Soorapura
Population of Soorapura
Below is a concise population overview of Soorapura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 134 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 215 | 109 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 25 | 38 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Soorapura village:
- The total population of Soorapura village is around 278, including approximately 134 males and 144 females, with a sex ratio of 1074 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 26 children aged 0–6 years in Soorapura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Soorapura village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Soorapura village is about 77.34%, with male literacy at 81.34% and female literacy at 73.61%.
- There are around 62 households in Soorapura village.
Connectivity of Soorapura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Soorapura. As per the 2011 stats, Soorapura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Soorapura
Knowing the nearby villages of Soorapura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Soorapura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Soorapura
- Where is Soorapura located?
- Soorapura village is situated in Kadur Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Soorapura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Soorapura is Y Mallapura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Soorapura?
- The pincode of Soorapura is 577548, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Soorapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Soorapura is 278, with 134 males and 144 females.
- How many households are there in Soorapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Soorapura village has a total of 62 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Soorapura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Soorapura is 77.34%. The male literacy rate is 81.34%, while the female literacy rate is 73.61%.