Soralguda - Kundura, Koraput
Soralguda is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. P Akhanaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soralguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soralguda is 429125. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Soralguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Soralguda
As per Census 2011, Soralguda village has a total population of 423 people, consisting of 202 males and 221 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 124 literate and 299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 274 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soralguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 423 | 202 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 51 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 38 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 137 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 136 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Soralguda
Soralguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakhanaguda | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Jamukonadi | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Padmapur | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Tobhapodar | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Krupakote | West | 2.85 km |
| Kaliaguda | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Bagderi | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Atigam | East | 3.36 km |
| Naikera | East | 3.63 km |
| Siuniguda | North | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soralguda
Public transport in the Soralguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Soralguda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Soralguda is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soralguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soralguda 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 Soralguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soralguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soralguda
Where is Soralguda located?
Soralguda village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soralguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Soralguda is P Akhanaguda.
What is the pincode of Soralguda?
The pincode of Soralguda is 764002.
What is the population of Soralguda?
Soralguda has a total population of 423, including 202 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Soralguda?
There are 122 households in Soralguda.
What is the literacy rate in Soralguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soralguda is 29.31%. Male literacy is 32.67% and female literacy is 26.24%.