Sorha

Sorha is a village located in Namkum subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Namkum (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Ranchi. As per 2009 stats, Dungri is the gram panchayat of Sorha village.

Here you can discover what makes Sorha unique in its vibrant Namkum-Ranchi region. You’ll see Sorha’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 Sorha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sorha is 373991. The village spans a total geographical area of 258.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835221. Namkum is nearest town to Sorha village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Sorha 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 Khijri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sorha

According to the 2011 Census, Sorha has a total population of about 481, with approximately 252 males and 229 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 79 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 479. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.51%, with male literacy at about 65.08% and female literacy near 44.98%. There are around 90 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sorha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 481 252 229
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 41 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 479 251 228
Literate Population 267 164 103
Illiterate Population 214 88 126

Connectivity of Sorha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sorha. As per the 2011 stats, Sorha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sorha

Knowing the nearby villages of Sorha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sorha.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sorha

Where is Sorha located?
Sorha village is situated in Namkum Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorha is Dungri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sorha?
The pincode of Sorha is 835221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sorha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sorha is 481, with 252 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Sorha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sorha village has a total of 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sorha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sorha is 55.51%. The male literacy rate is 65.08%, while the female literacy rate is 44.98%.