Soorwas - Sujangarh, Churu
Soorwas is a village situated in the Sujangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sujangarh and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Gopalpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soorwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soorwas is 070772. The village covers a total geographical area of 866 hectares and falls under the 331503 pincode. Sujangarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Soorwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soorwas
As per Census 2011, Soorwas village has a total population of 863 people, consisting of 445 males and 418 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 335 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 665 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soorwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 863 | 445 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 665 | 344 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 228 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 217 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Soorwas
Soorwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guleriya | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Dewani | East | 3.44 km |
| Beer Chhaper | North | 3.62 km |
| Gopalpura | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Rampur | North-East | 5.67 km |
| Chadwas | North-West | 6.12 km |
| Roopeli | West | 6.83 km |
| Rajpura | North-East | 7.18 km |
| Sujangarh | South-East | 7.20 km |
| Bhojlai | East | 7.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soorwas
Soorwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sujangarh, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sujangarh to Soorwas is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Soorwas is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soorwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soorwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Soorwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soorwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soorwas
Where is Soorwas located?
Soorwas village is located in Sujangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soorwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Soorwas is Gopalpura.
What is the pincode of Soorwas?
The pincode of Soorwas is 331503.
What is the population of Soorwas?
Soorwas has a total population of 863, including 445 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Soorwas?
There are 143 households in Soorwas.
What is the literacy rate in Soorwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soorwas is 38.82%. Male literacy is 51.24% and female literacy is 25.60%.