Sorta
Sorta is a village located in Karsog tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 104km away from district headquarter Karsog. Karsog is the sub-district headquarter of Sorta village. As per 2009 stats, Sorta Ksg is the gram panchayat of Sorta village.
Here you can discover what makes Sorta unique in its vibrant Karsog-Mandi region. You’ll see Sorta’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 Sorta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sorta is 015864. The village spans a total geographical area of 31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175046. Seoni is nearest town to Sorta village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sorta 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 Karsog Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sorta
Population of Sorta
According to the 2011 Census, Sorta has a total population of about 137, with approximately 71 males and 66 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 12 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.42%, with male literacy at about 70.42% and female literacy near 62.12%. There are around 37 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sorta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 21 | 25 |
Connectivity of Sorta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sorta. As per the 2011 stats, Sorta 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sorta
Knowing the nearby villages of Sorta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sorta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sorta
- Where is Sorta located?
- Sorta village is situated in Karsog Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sorta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sorta is Sorta Ksg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sorta?
- The pincode of Sorta is 175046, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sorta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sorta is 137, with 71 males and 66 females.
- How many households are there in Sorta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sorta village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sorta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sorta is 66.42%. The male literacy rate is 70.42%, while the female literacy rate is 62.12%.