Sorkhi
Sorkhi is a village located in Ghuwara tehsil of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Ghuwara (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Chhatarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sorakhi is the gram panchayat of Sorkhi village.
Here you can discover what makes Sorkhi unique in its vibrant Ghuwara-Chhatarpur region. You’ll see Sorkhi’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 Sorkhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sorkhi is 458203. The village spans a total geographical area of 1031.71 hectares. Ghuwara is nearest town to Sorkhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Sorkhi
Population of Sorkhi
According to the 2011 Census, Sorkhi has a total population of about 1,876, with approximately 1,028 males and 848 females. The sex ratio is around 824 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 319 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 658 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 115. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.03%, with male literacy at about 49.81% and female literacy near 37.03%. There are around 338 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sorkhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,876 | 1,028 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 177 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 658 | 354 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 826 | 512 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,050 | 516 | 534 |
Connectivity of Sorkhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sorkhi. As per the 2011 stats, Sorkhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sorkhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sorkhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sorkhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sorkhi
- Where is Sorkhi located?
- Sorkhi village is situated in Ghuwara Tehsil, within the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sorkhi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sorkhi is Sorakhi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sorkhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sorkhi is 1,876, with 1,028 males and 848 females.
- How many households are there in Sorkhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sorkhi village has a total of 338 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sorkhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sorkhi is 44.03%. The male literacy rate is 49.81%, while the female literacy rate is 37.03%.