Sobanapuram Village - Thuraiyur, Tiruchirappalli
Sobanapuram is a village situated in the Thuraiyur taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuraiyur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Sobanapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sobanapuram is 635760. The village covers a total geographical area of 1687.12 hectares and falls under the 621011 pincode. Uppiliapuram is the nearest town.
Sobanapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thuraiyur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Perambalur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sobanapuram
As per Census 2011, Sobanapuram village has a total population of 7,085 people, consisting of 3,576 males and 3,509 females. The village has 1,990 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 653 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,955 literate and 2,130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,366 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 440 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sobanapuram are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,085 | 3,576 | 3,509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 653 | 353 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,366 | 712 | 654 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 225 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 4,955 | 2,698 | 2,257 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,130 | 878 | 1,252 |
Nearby Villages of Sobanapuram
Sobanapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Valkaradu R.f.. | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Manmalai R.f. | North | 3.58 km |
| Osarapalli | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Karapudaiyampatti | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Koppamapuri | West | 4.76 km |
| Vairichettipalayam | West | 5.73 km |
| Venkatachalapuram | South | 6.24 km |
| Vengamudi Rf | North-East | 6.45 km |
| Kottapalayam (west) | South-West | 6.61 km |
| Periya Solai Rf | North-East | 6.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sobanapuram
Public transport in the Sobanapuram is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Attur, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 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 Tiruchirappalli to Sobanapuram is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sobanapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sobanapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sobanapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sobanapuram 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sobanapuram
Where is Sobanapuram located?
Sobanapuram village is located in Thuraiyur Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sobanapuram?
Sobanapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sobanapuram?
The pincode of Sobanapuram is 621011.
What is the population of Sobanapuram?
Sobanapuram has a total population of 7,085, including 3,576 males and 3,509 females.
How many households are there in Sobanapuram?
There are 1,990 households in Sobanapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Sobanapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sobanapuram is 69.94%. Male literacy is 75.45% and female literacy is 64.32%.