Sooraja
Sooraja is a village located in Iglas tehsil of Aligarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Iglas (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Aligarh. As per 2009 stats, Barha Kalan is the gram panchayat of Sooraja village.
Here you can discover what makes Sooraja unique in its vibrant Iglas-Aligarh region. You’ll see Sooraja’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 Sooraja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sooraja is 122898. The village spans a total geographical area of 192.92 hectares. Iglas is nearest town to Sooraja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Sooraja
Population of Sooraja
According to the 2011 Census, Sooraja has a total population of about 867, with approximately 464 males and 403 females. The sex ratio is around 868 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 152 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 749 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 57.44%, with male literacy at about 71.12% and female literacy near 41.69%. There are around 156 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sooraja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 867 | 464 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 749 | 404 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 498 | 330 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 134 | 235 |
Connectivity of Sooraja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sooraja. As per the 2011 stats, Sooraja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sooraja
Knowing the nearby villages of Sooraja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sooraja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sooraja
- Where is Sooraja located?
- Sooraja village is situated in Iglas Tehsil, within the Aligarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sooraja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sooraja is Barha Kalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sooraja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sooraja is 867, with 464 males and 403 females.
- How many households are there in Sooraja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sooraja village has a total of 156 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sooraja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sooraja is 57.44%. The male literacy rate is 71.12%, while the female literacy rate is 41.69%.