Sooratpura - Bhadra, Hanumangarh
Sooratpura is a village situated in the Bhadra tehsil of Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadra and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Hanumangarh. Suratpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sooratpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sooratpura is 068928. The village covers a total geographical area of 1158 hectares and falls under the 335503 pincode. Bhadra is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sooratpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sooratpura
As per Census 2011, Sooratpura village has a total population of 2,373 people, consisting of 1,250 males and 1,123 females. The village has 503 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,476 literate and 897 illiterate residents. Additionally, 405 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sooratpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,373 | 1,250 | 1,123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 156 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 203 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 1,476 | 935 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 897 | 315 | 582 |
Nearby Villages of Sooratpura
Sooratpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sardarpura Basbhola | North | 1.87 km |
| Amarpura | West | 2.16 km |
| 9 Jsl | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Sagara Barani | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Asan | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Jogiwala Barani | West | 5.12 km |
| 10 Jsl | North | 5.25 km |
| Ajeetpura | South | 5.67 km |
| 7 Jsl | North-East | 6.26 km |
| Bhangwa | West | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sooratpura
Sooratpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tahsil Bhadra, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhadra to Sooratpura is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hanumangarh to Sooratpura is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sooratpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sooratpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sooratpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sooratpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sooratpura
Where is Sooratpura located?
Sooratpura village is located in Bhadra Tehsil, Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sooratpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sooratpura is Suratpura.
What is the pincode of Sooratpura?
The pincode of Sooratpura is 335503.
What is the population of Sooratpura?
Sooratpura has a total population of 2,373, including 1,250 males and 1,123 females.
How many households are there in Sooratpura?
There are 503 households in Sooratpura.
What is the literacy rate in Sooratpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sooratpura is 62.20%. Male literacy is 74.80% and female literacy is 48.17%.