Sorada - Nimapada, Puri
Sorada is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Tampalo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorada is 409100. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 11 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 Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sorada
According to the 2011 Census, Sorada village had a total population of 219 people, including 108 males and 111 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.63%, with male literacy at 87.76% and female literacy at 75.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 219 | 108 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 86 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 22 | 37 |
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
Public transport in the Sorada 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Sorada is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Sorada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sorada
Where is Sorada located?
Sorada village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sorada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorada is Tampalo.
What is the pincode of Sorada?
The pincode of Sorada is 752110.
What is the population of Sorada?
Sorada had a total population of 219, including 108 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Sorada?
Sorada had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sorada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorada was 81.63%. Male literacy was 87.76% and female literacy was 75.51%.