Sorapada - Talode, Nandurbar
Sorapada is a village situated in the Talode tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talode and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Piparpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorapada is 525373. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.33 hectares and falls under the 425413 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sorapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sorapada
As per Census 2011, Sorapada village has a total population of 916 people, consisting of 443 males and 473 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 489 literate and 427 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 912 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sorapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 | 443 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 38 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 912 | 440 | 472 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 271 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 172 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Sorapada
Sorapada 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 Sorapada
Sorapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Sorapada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Sorapada is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sorapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorapada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sorapada
Where is Sorapada located?
Sorapada village is located in Talode Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorapada is Piparpada.
What is the pincode of Sorapada?
The pincode of Sorapada is 425413.
What is the population of Sorapada?
Sorapada has a total population of 916, including 443 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Sorapada?
There are 206 households in Sorapada.
What is the literacy rate in Sorapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorapada is 53.38%. Male literacy is 61.17% and female literacy is 46.09%.