Sorisapadar - Lakshmipur, Koraput
Sorisapadar is a village situated in the Lakshmipur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakshmipur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Toyaput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorisapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorisapadar is 428563. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 765013 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Sorisapadar 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 Sorisapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Sorisapadar village had a total population of 444 people, including 234 males and 210 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.13%, with male literacy at 46.96% and female literacy at 10.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 419.
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 | 444 | 234 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 53 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 419 | 219 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 85 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 149 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Sorisapadar
Sorisapadar 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 Sorisapadar
Public transport in the Sorisapadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sorisapadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rayagada to Sorisapadar is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sorisapadar is about 53 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 Sorisapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorisapadar 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 Sorisapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorisapadar 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 Sorisapadar
Where is Sorisapadar located?
Sorisapadar village is located in Lakshmipur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sorisapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorisapadar is Toyaput.
What is the pincode of Sorisapadar?
The pincode of Sorisapadar is 765013.
What is the population of Sorisapadar?
Sorisapadar had a total population of 444, including 234 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Sorisapadar?
Sorisapadar had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sorisapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorisapadar was 29.13%. Male literacy was 46.96% and female literacy was 10.80%.