Sorgaon - Bhanpuri, Bastar
Sorgaon is a village situated in the Bhanpuri tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 29 km from Bastar and around 53 km from Jagdalpur. Sorgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorgaon is 449384. The village covers a total geographical area of 1963.77 hectares and falls under the 494224 pincode. Bastar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Sorgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sorgaon
As per Census 2011, Sorgaon village has a total population of 1,916 people, consisting of 957 males and 959 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 385 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 566 literate and 1,350 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,687 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sorgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,916 | 957 | 959 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 197 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,687 | 851 | 836 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 351 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,350 | 606 | 744 |
Nearby Villages of Sorgaon
Sorgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamgaon | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Vishrampuri | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Naharni | East | 4.52 km |
| Salemeta | North | 4.55 km |
| Kesharpal | South-East | 6.25 km |
| Murkuchi | South | 6.40 km |
| Turpura | East | 6.82 km |
| Kumhali | South | 7.35 km |
| Pallibhata | East | 7.59 km |
| Bhanpuri | South-West | 7.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sorgaon
Sorgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jagdalpur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bastar to Sorgaon is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Sorgaon is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sorgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sorgaon
Where is Sorgaon located?
Sorgaon village is located in Bhanpuri Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorgaon?
Sorgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sorgaon?
The pincode of Sorgaon is 494224.
What is the population of Sorgaon?
Sorgaon has a total population of 1,916, including 957 males and 959 females.
How many households are there in Sorgaon?
There are 412 households in Sorgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sorgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorgaon is 29.54%. Male literacy is 36.68% and female literacy is 22.42%.