Soorpura - Nohar, Hanumangarh
Soorpura is a village situated in the Nohar tehsil of Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nohar and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Hanumangarh. Bhograna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soorpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soorpura is 068793. The village covers a total geographical area of 1276 hectares and falls under the 335523 pincode. Nohar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Soorpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nohar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soorpura
As per Census 2011, Soorpura village has a total population of 1,329 people, consisting of 716 males and 613 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 747 literate and 582 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soorpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,329 | 716 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 101 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 151 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 504 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 212 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Soorpura
Soorpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jorawarpura | North | 2.92 km |
| Bhograna | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Dalpatpura | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Durjana | South | 4.94 km |
| Raisinghpura | West | 6.19 km |
| Apuwala | North-West | 7.54 km |
| Nahrana | South-East | 7.98 km |
| Nagrasari | South-West | 7.98 km |
| Bar Beerana | North-East | 8.82 km |
| Meghana | South | 9.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soorpura
Soorpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Diplana, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nohar to Soorpura is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hanumangarh to Soorpura is about 109 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 Soorpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soorpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soorpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soorpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soorpura
Where is Soorpura located?
Soorpura village is located in Nohar Tehsil, Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soorpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Soorpura is Bhograna.
What is the pincode of Soorpura?
The pincode of Soorpura is 335523.
What is the population of Soorpura?
Soorpura has a total population of 1,329, including 716 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Soorpura?
There are 275 households in Soorpura.
What is the literacy rate in Soorpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soorpura is 56.21%. Male literacy is 70.39% and female literacy is 39.64%.