Sorala - Mahanga, Cuttack
Sorala is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Panaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorala is 399449. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 754204 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Sorala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sorala
According to the 2011 Census, Sorala village had a total population of 484 people, including 243 males and 241 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.32%, with male literacy at 97.67% and female literacy at 92.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 484 | 243 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 68 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 210 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 33 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Sorala
Sorala 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 Sorala
Sorala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sorala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Sorala is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sorala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sorala
Where is Sorala located?
Sorala village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorala?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorala is Panaspur.
What is the pincode of Sorala?
The pincode of Sorala is 754204.
What is the population of Sorala?
Sorala had a total population of 484, including 243 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Sorala?
Sorala had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sorala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorala was 95.32%. Male literacy was 97.67% and female literacy was 92.92%.