Soorappalli - Mettur, Salem
Soorappalli is a village situated in the Mettur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mettur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Surapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soorappalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soorappalli is 633791. The village covers a total geographical area of 1384.44 hectares and falls under the 636501 pincode. Jalagandapuram is the nearest town.
Soorappalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Omalur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salem Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soorappalli
As per Census 2011, Soorappalli village has a total population of 15,660 people, consisting of 8,374 males and 7,286 females. The village has 4,058 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,732 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,360 literate and 7,300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 769 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soorappalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,660 | 8,374 | 7,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,732 | 913 | 819 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 769 | 409 | 360 |
| Literate Population | 8,360 | 5,123 | 3,237 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,300 | 3,251 | 4,049 |
Nearby Villages of Soorappalli
Soorappalli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Soorappalli
Soorappalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Salem to Soorappalli is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soorappalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soorappalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soorappalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soorappalli 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Soorappalli
Where is Soorappalli located?
Soorappalli village is located in Mettur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soorappalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Soorappalli is Surapalli.
What is the pincode of Soorappalli?
The pincode of Soorappalli is 636501.
What is the population of Soorappalli?
Soorappalli has a total population of 15,660, including 8,374 males and 7,286 females.
How many households are there in Soorappalli?
There are 4,058 households in Soorappalli.
What is the literacy rate in Soorappalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soorappalli is 53.38%. Male literacy is 61.18% and female literacy is 44.43%.