Sorkarpara - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Sorkarpara is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorkarpara is 273048. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Sorkarpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sorkarpara
As per Census 2011, Sorkarpara village has a total population of 109 people, consisting of 47 males and 62 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,319 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 68 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sorkarpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 109 | 47 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 45 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 15 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Sorkarpara
Sorkarpara 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 Sorkarpara
Sorkarpara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Tura to Sorkarpara is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorkarpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorkarpara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sorkarpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorkarpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sorkarpara
Where is Sorkarpara located?
Sorkarpara village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sorkarpara?
The pincode of Sorkarpara is 794105.
What is the population of Sorkarpara?
Sorkarpara has a total population of 109, including 47 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Sorkarpara?
There are 22 households in Sorkarpara.
What is the literacy rate in Sorkarpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorkarpara is 62.39%. Male literacy is 68.09% and female literacy is 58.06%.