Sooranad South
Sooranad South is a village located in Kunnathur taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sasthamkotta (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Sooranad South village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sooranad South unique in its vibrant Kunnathur-Kollam region. You’ll see Sooranad South’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 South
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sooranad South is 628379. The village spans a total geographical area of 1714 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 690522. Karunagappally is nearest town to Sooranad South village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sooranad South 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 South
Population of Sooranad South
According to the 2011 Census, Sooranad South has a total population of about 24,766, with approximately 11,806 males and 12,960 females. The sex ratio is around 1097 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,394 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,923 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 47. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.27%, with male literacy at about 85.48% and female literacy near 83.16%. There are around 6,136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sooranad South's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,766 | 11,806 | 12,960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,394 | 1,207 | 1,187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,923 | 1,904 | 2,019 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 20,870 | 10,092 | 10,778 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,896 | 1,714 | 2,182 |
Connectivity of Sooranad South
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sooranad South. As per the 2011 stats, Sooranad South 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 Sooranad South
Knowing the nearby villages of Sooranad South helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sooranad South.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sooranad South
- Where is Sooranad South located?
- Sooranad South village is situated in Kunnathur Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sooranad South?
- Sooranad South serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sooranad South?
- The pincode of Sooranad South is 690522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sooranad South as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sooranad South is 24,766, with 11,806 males and 12,960 females.
- How many households are there in Sooranad South as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sooranad South village has a total of 6,136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sooranad South as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sooranad South is 84.27%. The male literacy rate is 85.48%, while the female literacy rate is 83.16%.