Soreng Forest Block - Soreng
Soreng Forest Block is a village situated in the Soreng subdivision of Soreng district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 7 km from Soreng and around 48 km from Gyalshing . Soreng serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soreng Forest Block village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soreng Forest Block is 261102. The village covers a total geographical area of 6141.92 hectares and falls under the 737121 pincode. Naya Bazar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Soreng Forest Block village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soreong-chakung Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soreng Forest Block
As per Census 2011, Soreng Forest Block village has a total population of 28 people, consisting of 14 males and 14 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The village has 25 literate and 3 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soreng Forest Block are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | - | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Soreng Forest Block
Soreng Forest Block 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 Soreng Forest Block
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Soreng Forest Block. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Soreng Forest Block.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naya Bazar to Soreng Forest Block is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gyalshing to Soreng Forest Block is about 48 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 Soreng Forest Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soreng Forest Block 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Soreng Forest Block
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soreng Forest Block 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soreng Forest Block
Where is Soreng Forest Block located?
Soreng Forest Block village is located in Soreng Subdivision, Soreng district, Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soreng Forest Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Soreng Forest Block is Soreng.
What is the pincode of Soreng Forest Block?
The pincode of Soreng Forest Block is 737121.
What is the population of Soreng Forest Block?
Soreng Forest Block has a total population of 28, including 14 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Soreng Forest Block?
There are 9 households in Soreng Forest Block.
What is the literacy rate in Soreng Forest Block?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soreng Forest Block is 89.29%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 78.57%.