Sorna - Attabira, Bargarh
Sorna is a village situated in the Attabira tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attabira and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Jhiliminda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorna is 380921. The village covers a total geographical area of 860 hectares and falls under the 768027 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Sorna 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 Sorna
As per Census 2011, Sorna village has a total population of 2,951 people, consisting of 1,515 males and 1,436 females. The village has 699 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,954 literate and 997 illiterate residents. Additionally, 639 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,010 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sorna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,951 | 1,515 | 1,436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 166 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 639 | 334 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,010 | 514 | 496 |
| Literate Population | 1,954 | 1,142 | 812 |
| Illiterate Population | 997 | 373 | 624 |
Nearby Villages of Sorna
Sorna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jharapali | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Jhankabahal | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Kadobahal | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Khirapali | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Sindurbahal | East | 3.08 km |
| Thuapali | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Sankrida | South | 3.35 km |
| Naikenpali | East | 3.79 km |
| Tangarpali | South | 4.03 km |
| Bugbuga | North-West | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sorna
Sorna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Attabira, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Sorna is about 29 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 Sorna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sorna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sorna
Where is Sorna located?
Sorna village is located in Attabira Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorna?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorna is Jhiliminda.
What is the pincode of Sorna?
The pincode of Sorna is 768027.
What is the population of Sorna?
Sorna has a total population of 2,951, including 1,515 males and 1,436 females.
How many households are there in Sorna?
There are 699 households in Sorna.
What is the literacy rate in Sorna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorna is 66.21%. Male literacy is 75.38% and female literacy is 56.55%.