Sorigam
Sorigam is a village located in Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Kotpad (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Ghumar is the gram panchayat of Sorigam village.
Here you can discover what makes Sorigam unique in its vibrant Kotpad-Koraput region. You’ll see Sorigam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sorigam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sorigam is 428120. The village spans a total geographical area of 154 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764058. Jeypur is nearest town to Sorigam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
Google Map of Sorigam
Population of Sorigam
According to the 2011 Census, Sorigam has a total population of about 483, with approximately 234 males and 249 females. The sex ratio is around 1064 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 230 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 214. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.65%, with male literacy at about 55.56% and female literacy near 30.52%. There are around 126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sorigam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 483 | 234 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 109 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 130 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 104 | 173 |
Connectivity of Sorigam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sorigam. As per the 2011 stats, Sorigam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sorigam
Knowing the nearby villages of Sorigam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sorigam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sorigam
- Where is Sorigam located?
- Sorigam village is situated in Kotpad Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sorigam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sorigam is Ghumar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sorigam?
- The pincode of Sorigam is 764058, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sorigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sorigam is 483, with 234 males and 249 females.
- How many households are there in Sorigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sorigam village has a total of 126 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sorigam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sorigam is 42.65%. The male literacy rate is 55.56%, while the female literacy rate is 30.52%.