Soorai
Soorai is a village located in Arakonam taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arakonam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Soorai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Soorai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Soorai unique in its vibrant Arakonam-Vellore region. You’ll see Soorai’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 Soorai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Soorai is 630586. The village spans a total geographical area of 685.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632505. Sholingar is nearest town to Soorai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Soorai 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 Sholingur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Soorai
Population of Soorai
According to the 2011 Census, Soorai has a total population of about 2,763, with approximately 1,390 males and 1,373 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 325 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 584 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 66.49%, with male literacy at about 75.54% and female literacy near 57.32%. There are around 627 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Soorai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,763 | 1,390 | 1,373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 147 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 584 | 289 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,837 | 1,050 | 787 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 340 | 586 |
Connectivity of Soorai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Soorai. As per the 2011 stats, Soorai 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 15 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Soorai
Knowing the nearby villages of Soorai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Soorai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Soorai
- Where is Soorai located?
- Soorai village is situated in Arakonam Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Soorai?
- Soorai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Soorai?
- The pincode of Soorai is 632505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Soorai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Soorai is 2,763, with 1,390 males and 1,373 females.
- How many households are there in Soorai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Soorai village has a total of 627 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Soorai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Soorai is 66.49%. The male literacy rate is 75.54%, while the female literacy rate is 57.32%.