Sorisabili - Surada, Ganjam
Sorisabili is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gopalapur Sasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorisabili village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorisabili is 410870. The village covers a total geographical area of 452 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Sorisabili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sorisabili
As per Census 2011, Sorisabili village has a total population of 2,488 people, consisting of 1,285 males and 1,203 females. The village has 523 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,138 literate and 1,350 illiterate residents. Additionally, 794 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sorisabili are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,488 | 1,285 | 1,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 189 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 794 | 411 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,138 | 657 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,350 | 628 | 722 |
Nearby Villages of Sorisabili
Sorisabili 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haripur | North | 1.13 km |
| Gopalpursasan | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Baduapalli | North | 1.86 km |
| Muliapalli | West | 2.19 km |
| Palakatu | East | 2.48 km |
| Jhuntiapalli | West | 3.30 km |
| Bijegopalapur | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Bijayagopalapur | West | 3.92 km |
| Baishnabakotibadi | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Dhobadi | North | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sorisabili
Sorisabili is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Sorisabili is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sorisabili is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorisabili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorisabili 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sorisabili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorisabili 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sorisabili
Where is Sorisabili located?
Sorisabili village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorisabili?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorisabili is Gopalapur Sasan.
What is the pincode of Sorisabili?
The pincode of Sorisabili is 761108.
What is the population of Sorisabili?
Sorisabili has a total population of 2,488, including 1,285 males and 1,203 females.
How many households are there in Sorisabili?
There are 523 households in Sorisabili.
What is the literacy rate in Sorisabili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorisabili is 45.74%. Male literacy is 51.13% and female literacy is 39.98%.