Sooda - Karkal, Udupi
Sooda is a village situated in the Karkal taluka of Udupi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karkala and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Udupi. Belman serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sooda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sooda is 608898. The village covers a total geographical area of 991.71 hectares and falls under the 574116 pincode. Karkal is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sooda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karkal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sooda
As per Census 2011, Sooda village has a total population of 2,147 people, consisting of 983 males and 1,164 females. The village has 537 households and a sex ratio of 1,184 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,721 literate and 426 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sooda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,147 | 983 | 1,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 83 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 87 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 58 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 1,721 | 824 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 159 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Sooda
Sooda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palli | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Nandalike | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Pilar | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Kallya | East | 4.79 km |
| Belman | South | 4.86 km |
| Kedinje | South-East | 5.05 km |
| Shirva | North-West | 5.19 km |
| Ninjoor | North | 5.97 km |
| Santhoor | South-West | 6.45 km |
| Kuthyar | West | 6.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sooda
Sooda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandikur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.9 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 Karkal to Sooda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udupi to Sooda is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sooda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sooda 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 Sooda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sooda 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 Sooda
Where is Sooda located?
Sooda village is located in Karkal Taluka, Udupi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sooda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sooda is Belman.
What is the pincode of Sooda?
The pincode of Sooda is 574116.
What is the population of Sooda?
Sooda has a total population of 2,147, including 983 males and 1,164 females.
How many households are there in Sooda?
There are 537 households in Sooda.
What is the literacy rate in Sooda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sooda is 80.16%. Male literacy is 83.83% and female literacy is 77.06%.