Soroguda - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Soroguda is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Lakhabahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soroguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soroguda is 423049. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Soroguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soroguda
According to the 2011 Census, Soroguda village had a total population of 91 people, including 42 males and 49 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.67%, with male literacy at 6.67% and female literacy at 13.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 91 | 42 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 11 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 40 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Soroguda
Soroguda 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 Soroguda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Soroguda. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Soroguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Soroguda is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Soroguda is about 80 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 Soroguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soroguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Soroguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soroguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soroguda
Where is Soroguda located?
Soroguda village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soroguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Soroguda is Lakhabahali.
What is the pincode of Soroguda?
The pincode of Soroguda is 766027.
What is the population of Soroguda?
Soroguda had a total population of 91, including 42 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Soroguda?
Soroguda had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soroguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soroguda was 10.67%. Male literacy was 6.67% and female literacy was 13.33%.