Soriya - Darlaghat, Solan
Soriya is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Mangoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soriya is 020468. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.65 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Soriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soriya
According to the 2011 Census, Soriya village had a total population of 180 people, including 87 males and 93 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.34%, with male literacy at 94.81% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 180 | 87 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 14 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Soriya
Soriya 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 Soriya
Soriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Solan to Soriya is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Soriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soriya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soriya
Where is Soriya located?
Soriya village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Soriya is Mangoo.
What is the pincode of Soriya?
The pincode of Soriya is 171102.
What is the population of Soriya?
Soriya had a total population of 180, including 87 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Soriya?
Soriya had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soriya was 86.34%. Male literacy was 94.81% and female literacy was 78.57%.