Sorta - Pangna, Mandi
Sorta is a village situated in the Pangna tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 104 km from Mandi. Sorta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorta is 015864. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 175046 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Sorta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sorta
According to the 2011 Census, Sorta village had a total population of 137 people, including 71 males and 66 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.80%, with male literacy at 81.97% and female literacy at 64.06%.
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 | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 21 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Sorta
Sorta 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 Sorta
Public transport in the Sorta is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandi to Sorta is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sorta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sorta
Where is Sorta located?
Sorta village is located in Pangna Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sorta?
Sorta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sorta?
The pincode of Sorta is 175046.
What is the population of Sorta?
Sorta had a total population of 137, including 71 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Sorta?
Sorta had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sorta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorta was 72.80%. Male literacy was 81.97% and female literacy was 64.06%.