Soolapuram - Peraiyur, Madurai
Soolapuram is a village situated in the Peraiyur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peraiyur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Soolapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soolapuram is 640861. The village covers a total geographical area of 1558.87 hectares and falls under the 625535 pincode. Elumalai is the nearest town.
Soolapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thirumangalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Virudhunagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soolapuram
As per Census 2011, Soolapuram village has a total population of 4,482 people, consisting of 2,322 males and 2,160 females. The village has 1,218 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 425 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,344 literate and 2,138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,650 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soolapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,482 | 2,322 | 2,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 231 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,650 | 860 | 790 |
| Literate Population | 2,344 | 1,473 | 871 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,138 | 849 | 1,289 |
Nearby Villages of Soolapuram
Soolapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Selanayakkanpatti | North | 1.82 km |
| Peryampatti | North | 3.09 km |
| Elumalai | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Melathirumanikkam | East | 5.16 km |
| Pappinaickenpatti | South-East | 6.00 km |
| Elumalai Rf | North | 6.15 km |
| Thullukkuttinayakkanur | South-East | 6.17 km |
| Uthapuram | North-East | 6.40 km |
| Thirumanickam | East | 7.05 km |
| E. Kottaipatti | North-East | 7.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soolapuram
Soolapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tirumangalam, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.8 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 Madurai to Soolapuram is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soolapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soolapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soolapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soolapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Soolapuram
Where is Soolapuram located?
Soolapuram village is located in Peraiyur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soolapuram?
Soolapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soolapuram?
The pincode of Soolapuram is 625535.
What is the population of Soolapuram?
Soolapuram has a total population of 4,482, including 2,322 males and 2,160 females.
How many households are there in Soolapuram?
There are 1,218 households in Soolapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Soolapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soolapuram is 52.30%. Male literacy is 63.44% and female literacy is 40.32%.