Sorok
About Sorok
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sorok village is 261125. Sorok village is located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 7km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sorok village. As per 2009 stats, Sorok Shyampani is the gram panchayat of Sorok village.
The total geographical area of village is 132.85 hectares. Sorok has a total population of 474 peoples, out of which male population is 230 while female population is 244. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1060 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sorok village is 74.47% out of which 80.43% males and 68.85% females are literate. There are about 103 houses in sorok village. Pincode of sorok village locality is 737126.
When it comes to administration, Sorok village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sorok village comes under Poklok-kamrang Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Namchi is nearest town to sorok village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Sorok
The population details of Sorok cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 230 | 244 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 236 | 113 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 185 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 45 | 76 |
Connectivity of Sorok
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sorok
Where is Sorok located?
Sorok village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorok?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorok is Sorok Shyampani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sorok?
The pincode of Sorok is 737126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sorok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sorok is 474, with 230 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Sorok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sorok village has a total of 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sorok as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sorok is 74.47%. The male literacy rate is 80.43%, while the female literacy rate is 68.85%.