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.

Here you can discover what makes Soorapura unique in its vibrant Kadur-Chikmagalur region. You’ll see Soorapura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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.

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Population of Soorapura

According to the 2011 Census, Soorapura has a total population of about 278, with approximately 134 males and 144 females. The sex ratio is around 1074 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 26 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.34%, with male literacy at about 81.34% and female literacy near 73.61%. There are around 62 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Soorapura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.