Sorada - Pottangi, Koraput
Sorada is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ampavalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorada is 430086. The village covers a total geographical area of 691 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Sorada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sorada
As per Census 2011, Sorada village has a total population of 1,548 people, consisting of 722 males and 826 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 1,144 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 1,401 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,264 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sorada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,548 | 722 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 168 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,264 | 586 | 678 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 89 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,401 | 633 | 768 |
Nearby Villages of Sorada
Sorada 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 Sorada
Sorada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Sorada is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sorada is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sorada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorada 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 Sorada
Where is Sorada located?
Sorada village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorada is Ampavalli.
What is the pincode of Sorada?
The pincode of Sorada is 764039.
What is the population of Sorada?
Sorada has a total population of 1,548, including 722 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Sorada?
There are 353 households in Sorada.
What is the literacy rate in Sorada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorada is 9.50%. Male literacy is 12.33% and female literacy is 7.02%.