Soratur - Honnali, Davanagere
Soratur is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Suraturu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soratur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soratur is 606767. The village covers a total geographical area of 1039.96 hectares and falls under the 577217 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Soratur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Honnali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soratur
As per Census 2011, Soratur village has a total population of 3,434 people, consisting of 1,754 males and 1,680 females. The village has 741 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,276 literate and 1,158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 484 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 162 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soratur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,434 | 1,754 | 1,680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 186 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 252 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 89 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 2,276 | 1,301 | 975 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,158 | 453 | 705 |
Nearby Villages of Soratur
Soratur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thuglahalli | West | 2.07 km |
| H.kadadakatte | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Boodihalu | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Madanabhavi | South | 2.79 km |
| Malladevarakatte | East | 3.26 km |
| Hanumapura | West | 3.61 km |
| Hathur | North | 3.75 km |
| Arabagatte | East | 3.86 km |
| Marikoppa | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Dodderahalli | North-West | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soratur
Soratur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Konagavalli Halt, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honnali to Soratur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Soratur 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 Soratur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soratur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soratur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soratur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Soratur
Where is Soratur located?
Soratur village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soratur?
The Gram Panchayat of Soratur is Suraturu.
What is the pincode of Soratur?
The pincode of Soratur is 577217.
What is the population of Soratur?
Soratur has a total population of 3,434, including 1,754 males and 1,680 females.
How many households are there in Soratur?
There are 741 households in Soratur.
What is the literacy rate in Soratur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soratur is 66.28%. Male literacy is 74.17% and female literacy is 58.04%.