Sooranam
Sooranam is a village located in Ilayangudi taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Ilayangudi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Sooranam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sooranam unique in its vibrant Ilayangudi-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Sooranam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sooranam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sooranam is 640432. The village spans a total geographical area of 735.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630713. Ilayangudi is nearest town to Sooranam village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sooranam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manamadurai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sooranam
Population of Sooranam
According to the 2011 Census, Sooranam has a total population of about 2,081, with approximately 1,069 males and 1,012 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 168 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 436 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.81%, with male literacy at about 81.85% and female literacy near 65.32%. There are around 529 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sooranam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,081 | 1,069 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 90 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 231 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,536 | 875 | 661 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 194 | 351 |
Connectivity of Sooranam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sooranam. As per the 2011 stats, Sooranam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sooranam
Knowing the nearby villages of Sooranam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sooranam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sooranam
- Where is Sooranam located?
- Sooranam village is situated in Ilayangudi Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sooranam?
- Sooranam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sooranam?
- The pincode of Sooranam is 630713, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sooranam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sooranam is 2,081, with 1,069 males and 1,012 females.
- How many households are there in Sooranam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sooranam village has a total of 529 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sooranam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sooranam is 73.81%. The male literacy rate is 81.85%, while the female literacy rate is 65.32%.