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
As per Census 2011, Soroguda village has a total population of 91 people, consisting of 42 males and 49 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soroguda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 91, including 42 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Soroguda?
There are 20 households in Soroguda.
What is the literacy rate in Soroguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soroguda is 8.79%. Male literacy is 4.76% and female literacy is 12.24%.