Sorai - Batiyagarh, Damoh
Sorai is a village situated in the Batiyagarh tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batiyagarh and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Pathariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorai is 462117. The village covers a total geographical area of 314.8 hectares and falls under the 470673 pincode. Damoh is the nearest town.
Sorai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sorai
As per Census 2011, Sorai village has a total population of 377 people, consisting of 190 males and 187 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 213 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sorai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 377 | 190 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 127 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 63 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Sorai
Sorai 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 Sorai
Sorai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Damoh to Sorai is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sorai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sorai
Where is Sorai located?
Sorai village is located in Batiyagarh Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorai is Pathariya.
What is the pincode of Sorai?
The pincode of Sorai is 470673.
What is the population of Sorai?
Sorai has a total population of 377, including 190 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Sorai?
There are 91 households in Sorai.
What is the literacy rate in Sorai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorai is 56.50%. Male literacy is 66.84% and female literacy is 45.99%.