Sorabadi - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Sorabadi is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Garidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorabadi is 428691. The village covers a total geographical area of 495 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Sorabadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sorabadi
As per Census 2011, Sorabadi village has a total population of 1,909 people, consisting of 910 males and 999 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 327 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 532 literate and 1,377 illiterate residents. Additionally, 298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,054 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sorabadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,909 | 910 | 999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 157 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 138 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,054 | 504 | 550 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 354 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,377 | 556 | 821 |
Nearby Villages of Sorabadi
Sorabadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandangitirugudi | North | 1.66 km |
| Ghurusi | South | 1.95 km |
| Lundurukona | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Rutupai | South | 3.00 km |
| Galipendili | North | 3.51 km |
| Durungiloraguda | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Dumadangar | South | 3.87 km |
| Mundesu | South-East | 4.74 km |
| Dimbaguda | South | 4.94 km |
| Gajabari | South-East | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sorabadi
Sorabadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ladda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Sorabadi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sorabadi is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorabadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sorabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorabadi 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 Sorabadi
Where is Sorabadi located?
Sorabadi village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorabadi is Garidi.
What is the pincode of Sorabadi?
The pincode of Sorabadi is 764027.
What is the population of Sorabadi?
Sorabadi has a total population of 1,909, including 910 males and 999 females.
How many households are there in Sorabadi?
There are 386 households in Sorabadi.
What is the literacy rate in Sorabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorabadi is 27.87%. Male literacy is 38.90% and female literacy is 17.82%.