Sorkhand Khurd - Anta, Baran

Sorkhand Khurd is a village situated in the Anta tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 9 km from Antah and around 32 km from Baran. Sorkhand Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorkhand Khurd village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorkhand Khurd is 102655. The village covers a total geographical area of 496.29 hectares and falls under the 325209 pincode. Antah is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.

Sorkhand Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Sorkhand Khurd

According to the 2011 Census, Sorkhand Khurd village had a total population of 545 people, including 272 males and 273 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.39%, with male literacy at 89.82% and female literacy at 59.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 170, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Sorkhand Khurd

Sorkhand Khurd is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Sorkhand Khurd

Sorkhand Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bijora, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.1 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antah to Sorkhand Khurd is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baran to Sorkhand Khurd is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Sorkhand Khurd

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorkhand Khurd village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Sorkhand Khurd

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorkhand Khurd village are given below:

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