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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sorapada village had a total population of 916 people, including 443 males and 473 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.27%, with male literacy at 66.91% and female literacy at 51.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 912.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 | 443 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 38 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Sorapada?
The Village Panchayat of Sorapada is Piparpada.
What is the pincode of Sorapada?
The pincode of Sorapada is 425413.
What is the population of Sorapada?
Sorapada had a total population of 916, including 443 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Sorapada?
Sorapada had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sorapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorapada was 59.27%. Male literacy was 66.91% and female literacy was 51.90%.