Sorigam
Sorigam is a village located in Kupwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 9km away from Kupwara, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sorigam village. As per 2009 stats, Surigam is the gram panchayat of Sorigam village.
Here you can discover what makes Sorigam unique in its vibrant Kupwara region. You’ll see Sorigam’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 Sorigam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sorigam is 000044. The village spans a total geographical area of 360.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193223. Kupwara is nearest town to Sorigam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Sorigam
Population of Sorigam
According to the 2011 Census, Sorigam has a total population of about 4,807, with approximately 2,481 males and 2,326 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,048 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,851. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.31%, with male literacy at about 50.46% and female literacy near 35.68%. There are around 677 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sorigam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,807 | 2,481 | 2,326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,048 | 562 | 486 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,851 | 964 | 887 |
| Literate Population | 2,082 | 1,252 | 830 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,725 | 1,229 | 1,496 |
Connectivity of Sorigam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sorigam. As per the 2011 stats, Sorigam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sorigam
Knowing the nearby villages of Sorigam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sorigam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sorigam
- Where is Sorigam located?
- Sorigam village is situated in Kupwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sorigam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sorigam is Surigam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sorigam?
- The pincode of Sorigam is 193223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sorigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sorigam is 4,807, with 2,481 males and 2,326 females.
- How many households are there in Sorigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sorigam village has a total of 677 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sorigam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sorigam is 43.31%. The male literacy rate is 50.46%, while the female literacy rate is 35.68%.