Sorupalengi - Dimow, Sivasagar
Sorupalengi is a village situated in the Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dimow and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Palengi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorupalengi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorupalengi is 292539. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 785672 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sorupalengi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Demow Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sorupalengi
According to the 2011 Census, Sorupalengi village had a total population of 828 people, including 417 males and 411 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.01%, with male literacy at 74.64% and female literacy at 58.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 828 | 417 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 66 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 262 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 155 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Sorupalengi
Sorupalengi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sorupalengi
Public transport in the Sorupalengi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sorupalengi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sibsagar to Sorupalengi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Sorupalengi is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorupalengi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorupalengi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sorupalengi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorupalengi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sorupalengi
Where is Sorupalengi located?
Sorupalengi village is located in Dimow Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorupalengi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorupalengi is Palengi.
What is the pincode of Sorupalengi?
The pincode of Sorupalengi is 785672.
What is the population of Sorupalengi?
Sorupalengi had a total population of 828, including 417 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Sorupalengi?
Sorupalengi had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sorupalengi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorupalengi was 67.01%. Male literacy was 74.64% and female literacy was 58.98%.