Sorhapali - Attabira, Bargarh
Sorhapali is a village situated in the Attabira tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attabira and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Janged serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorhapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorhapali is 380868. The village covers a total geographical area of 230 hectares and falls under the 768027 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sorhapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attabira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sorhapali
As per Census 2011, Sorhapali village has a total population of 1,423 people, consisting of 650 males and 773 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 1,189 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 966 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 364 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 512 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sorhapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,423 | 650 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 171 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 512 | 193 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 966 | 478 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 172 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Sorhapali
Sorhapali 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 Sorhapali
Sorhapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sorhapali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Sorhapali is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorhapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorhapali 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 Sorhapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorhapali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sorhapali
Where is Sorhapali located?
Sorhapali village is located in Attabira Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorhapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorhapali is Janged.
What is the pincode of Sorhapali?
The pincode of Sorhapali is 768027.
What is the population of Sorhapali?
Sorhapali has a total population of 1,423, including 650 males and 773 females.
How many households are there in Sorhapali?
There are 336 households in Sorhapali.
What is the literacy rate in Sorhapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorhapali is 67.88%. Male literacy is 73.54% and female literacy is 63.13%.