Sorisamali - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Sorisamali is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Buduballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorisamali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorisamali is 425028. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 118 km away.
Sorisamali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sorisamali
According to the 2011 Census, Sorisamali village had a total population of 48 people, including 20 males and 28 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,400 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.24%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 40.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 16 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Sorisamali
Sorisamali 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 Sorisamali
Public transport in the Sorisamali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rayagada to Sorisamali is about 118 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sorisamali is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorisamali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorisamali 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 Sorisamali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorisamali 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 Sorisamali
Where is Sorisamali located?
Sorisamali village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sorisamali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorisamali is Buduballi.
What is the pincode of Sorisamali?
The pincode of Sorisamali is 765020.
What is the population of Sorisamali?
Sorisamali had a total population of 48, including 20 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Sorisamali?
Sorisamali had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sorisamali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorisamali was 38.24%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 40.91%.