Sooranad North
Sooranad North is a village located in Kunnathur taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sasthamkotta (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Sooranad North village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sooranad North unique in its vibrant Kunnathur-Kollam region. You’ll see Sooranad North’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 Sooranad North
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sooranad North is 628375. The village spans a total geographical area of 2269 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 690561. Kollam is nearest town to Sooranad North village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sooranad North 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 Kunnathur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mavelikkara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sooranad North
Population of Sooranad North
According to the 2011 Census, Sooranad North has a total population of about 28,471, with approximately 13,478 males and 14,993 females. The sex ratio is around 1112 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,623 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,911 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 168. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.98%, with male literacy at about 86.23% and female literacy near 83.86%. There are around 7,378 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sooranad North's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28,471 | 13,478 | 14,993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,623 | 1,322 | 1,301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,911 | 2,386 | 2,525 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 24,195 | 11,622 | 12,573 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,276 | 1,856 | 2,420 |
Connectivity of Sooranad North
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sooranad North. As per the 2011 stats, Sooranad North 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sooranad North
Knowing the nearby villages of Sooranad North helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sooranad North.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sooranad North
- Where is Sooranad North located?
- Sooranad North village is situated in Kunnathur Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sooranad North?
- Sooranad North serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sooranad North?
- The pincode of Sooranad North is 690561, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sooranad North as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sooranad North is 28,471, with 13,478 males and 14,993 females.
- How many households are there in Sooranad North as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sooranad North village has a total of 7,378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sooranad North as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sooranad North is 84.98%. The male literacy rate is 86.23%, while the female literacy rate is 83.86%.