Sorkhi
Sorkhi is a village located in Garhakota tehsil of Sagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Garhakota (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Sagar. As per 2009 stats, Kekara P is the gram panchayat of Sorkhi village.
Here you can discover what makes Sorkhi unique in its vibrant Garhakota-Sagar 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 461048. The village spans a total geographical area of 208.68 hectares. Garhakota is nearest town to Sorkhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Sorkhi
Population of Sorkhi
According to the 2011 Census, Sorkhi has a total population of about 111, with approximately 60 males and 51 females. The sex ratio is around 850 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 17 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 63 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.07%, with male literacy at about 76.67% and female literacy near 66.67%. There are around 32 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 | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 13 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Garhakota Tehsil, within the Sagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sorkhi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sorkhi is Kekara P (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 111, with 60 males and 51 females.
- How many households are there in Sorkhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sorkhi village has a total of 32 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sorkhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sorkhi is 72.07%. The male literacy rate is 76.67%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.