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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Sorta village has a total population of 137 people, consisting of 71 males and 66 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 46 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sorta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| 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 has a total population of 137, including 71 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Sorta?
There are 37 households in Sorta.
What is the literacy rate in Sorta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorta is 66.42%. Male literacy is 70.42% and female literacy is 62.12%.