Sorekunte
Sorekunte is a village located in Sira taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sira (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Tumkur. As per 2009 stats, Lakshmisagara is the gram panchayat of Sorekunte village.
Here you can discover what makes Sorekunte unique in its vibrant Sira-Tumkur region. You’ll see Sorekunte’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 Sorekunte
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sorekunte is 610364. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 572139. Sira is nearest town to Sorekunte village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sorekunte 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 Sira Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sorekunte
Population of Sorekunte
According to the 2011 Census, Sorekunte has a total population of about 1,830, with approximately 918 males and 912 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 181 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 188 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 307. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.22%, with male literacy at about 68.63% and female literacy near 51.75%. There are around 433 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sorekunte's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,830 | 918 | 912 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 85 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 100 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 307 | 154 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 630 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 288 | 440 |
Connectivity of Sorekunte
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sorekunte. As per the 2011 stats, Sorekunte 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sorekunte
Knowing the nearby villages of Sorekunte helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sorekunte.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sorekunte
- Where is Sorekunte located?
- Sorekunte village is situated in Sira Taluka, within the Tumkur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sorekunte?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sorekunte is Lakshmisagara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sorekunte?
- The pincode of Sorekunte is 572139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sorekunte as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sorekunte is 1,830, with 918 males and 912 females.
- How many households are there in Sorekunte as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sorekunte village has a total of 433 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sorekunte as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sorekunte is 60.22%. The male literacy rate is 68.63%, while the female literacy rate is 51.75%.