Soorpura - Mauzamabad, Jaipur
Soorpura is a village situated in the Mauzamabad tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mauzamabad) and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Boraj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soorpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soorpura is 079788. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.14 hectares and falls under the 303338 pincode. Sambhar is the nearest town, located about 22 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 Dudu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ajmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soorpura
As per Census 2011, Soorpura village has a total population of 1,568 people, consisting of 804 males and 764 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 891 literate and 677 illiterate residents. Additionally, 656 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soorpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,568 | 804 | 764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 124 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 656 | 326 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 891 | 558 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 246 | 431 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sardarpura @ Dhakawala | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Boraj | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Dewala | South | 3.87 km |
| Bobas | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Baseri | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Begas | East | 4.52 km |
| Bassi Jhajhra | North | 4.61 km |
| Gurha Kumawatan | North-East | 5.03 km |
| Dhani Chandpura | North | 5.43 km |
| Kesrisingh Pura | South | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soorpura
Soorpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bobas, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sambhar to Soorpura is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Soorpura is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Soorpura
Where is Soorpura located?
Soorpura village is located in Mauzamabad Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soorpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Soorpura is Boraj.
What is the pincode of Soorpura?
The pincode of Soorpura is 303338.
What is the population of Soorpura?
Soorpura has a total population of 1,568, including 804 males and 764 females.
How many households are there in Soorpura?
There are 242 households in Soorpura.
What is the literacy rate in Soorpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soorpura is 56.82%. Male literacy is 69.40% and female literacy is 43.59%.