Soorakkottai - Thanjavur
Soorakkottai is a village situated in the Thanjavur taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from Thanjavur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Soorakkottai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soorakkottai is 638823. The village covers a total geographical area of 1037.28 hectares and falls under the 613501 pincode. Thanjavur is the nearest town.
Soorakkottai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Orattanadu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thanjavur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soorakkottai
As per Census 2011, Soorakkottai village has a total population of 5,128 people, consisting of 2,428 males and 2,700 females. The village has 1,223 households and a sex ratio of 1,112 females per 1,000 males. There are 503 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,818 literate and 1,310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,485 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soorakkottai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,128 | 2,428 | 2,700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 254 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,485 | 756 | 729 |
| Literate Population | 3,818 | 1,941 | 1,877 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,310 | 487 | 823 |
Nearby Villages of Soorakkottai
Soorakkottai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandithampattu | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Valamirankottai | East | 2.98 km |
| Vilar (ct) | West | 3.00 km |
| Kattur | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Pudur | South | 4.07 km |
| Pudupattinam (ct) | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Arulmolipet | North | 4.60 km |
| Madigai | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Karaimeendarkottai | East | 5.43 km |
| Kullangarai | South-West | 5.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soorakkottai
Soorakkottai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mariammankovil, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thanjavur to Soorakkottai is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soorakkottai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soorakkottai 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 Soorakkottai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soorakkottai 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 Soorakkottai
Where is Soorakkottai located?
Soorakkottai village is located in Thanjavur Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soorakkottai?
Soorakkottai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soorakkottai?
The pincode of Soorakkottai is 613501.
What is the population of Soorakkottai?
Soorakkottai has a total population of 5,128, including 2,428 males and 2,700 females.
How many households are there in Soorakkottai?
There are 1,223 households in Soorakkottai.
What is the literacy rate in Soorakkottai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soorakkottai is 74.45%. Male literacy is 79.94% and female literacy is 69.52%.