Sorapet

Sorapet is a village located in Villianur Taluk taluka of Puducherry district in Puducherry, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Villianur (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Puducherry. As per 2009 stats, Sorapet village is also a gram panchayat.

Sorapet has its own place in the vibrant Puducherry region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sorapet

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sorapet is 644934. The village spans a total geographical area of 435.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 605501. Puducherry is nearest town to Sorapet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Sorapet

Below is a concise population overview of Sorapet as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,110 2,494 2,616
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 630 296 334
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,413 675 738
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,461 1,857 1,604
Illiterate Population 1,649 637 1,012

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sorapet village:

  • The total population of Sorapet village is around 5,110, including approximately 2,494 males and 2,616 females, with a sex ratio of 1048 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 630 children aged 0–6 years in Sorapet village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sorapet village has 1,413 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sorapet village is about 67.73%, with male literacy at 74.46% and female literacy at 61.31%.
  • There are around 1,202 households in Sorapet village.

Connectivity of Sorapet

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sorapet. As per the 2011 stats, Sorapet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sorapet

Knowing the nearby villages of Sorapet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sorapet.

Thethampakkam Kodathur Kunichampet Mannadipet Vadanur Vambupet Sellipattu Sannasikuppam Kalithirthalkuppam Madagadipet Thirubuvanai

Frequently Asked Questions about Sorapet

Where is Sorapet located?
Sorapet village is situated in Villianur Taluk Taluka, within the Puducherry district of Puducherry, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorapet?
Sorapet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sorapet?
The pincode of Sorapet is 605501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sorapet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sorapet is 5,110, with 2,494 males and 2,616 females.
How many households are there in Sorapet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sorapet village has a total of 1,202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sorapet as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sorapet is 67.73%. The male literacy rate is 74.46%, while the female literacy rate is 61.31%.