Soorpagla - Abu Road, Sirohi
Soorpagla is a village situated in the Abu Road tehsil of Sirohi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Abu Road and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Sirohi. Soorpagla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soorpagla is 090205. The village covers a total geographical area of 4917 hectares and falls under the 307026 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Soorpagla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Reodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soorpagla
According to the 2011 Census, Soorpagla village had a total population of 3,727 people, including 1,885 males and 1,842 females, living in 651 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.84%, with male literacy at 30.25% and female literacy at 15.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,170.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,727 | 1,885 | 1,842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 781 | 394 | 387 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,170 | 1,597 | 1,573 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 451 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,054 | 1,434 | 1,620 |
Nearby Villages of Soorpagla
Soorpagla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siyawa | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Bhaisasingh | West | 5.34 km |
| Deri | East | 5.87 km |
| Chandrawati | North-West | 6.70 km |
| Kui | North | 7.20 km |
| Santpur (rural) (ct) | North | 7.53 km |
| Amba | North-West | 7.57 km |
| Khara | West | 7.65 km |
| Uplagarh | North-East | 8.61 km |
| Matadevi | North | 8.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soorpagla
Soorpagla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Abu Road, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abu Road to Soorpagla is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sirohi to Soorpagla is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soorpagla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soorpagla 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 Soorpagla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soorpagla 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 Soorpagla
Where is Soorpagla located?
Soorpagla village is located in Abu Road Tehsil, Sirohi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soorpagla?
Soorpagla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soorpagla?
The pincode of Soorpagla is 307026.
What is the population of Soorpagla?
Soorpagla had a total population of 3,727, including 1,885 males and 1,842 females.
How many households are there in Soorpagla?
Soorpagla had 651 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soorpagla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soorpagla was 22.84%. Male literacy was 30.25% and female literacy was 15.26%.