Sorathur

Sorathur is a village located in Panruti taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Panruti (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Sorathur village is also a gram panchayat.

Sorathur has its own place in the vibrant Cuddalore 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 Sorathur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sorathur is 636597. The village spans a total geographical area of 543.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 607805. Neyveli is nearest town to Sorathur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sorathur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,586 1,291 1,295
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 276 142 134
Scheduled Castes (SC) 394 185 209
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,651 1,016 635
Illiterate Population 935 275 660

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

  • The total population of Sorathur village is around 2,586, including approximately 1,291 males and 1,295 females, with a sex ratio of 1003 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 276 children aged 0–6 years in Sorathur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sorathur village has 394 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sorathur village is about 63.84%, with male literacy at 78.70% and female literacy at 49.03%.
  • There are around 610 households in Sorathur village.

Connectivity of Sorathur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sorathur. As per the 2011 stats, Sorathur 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sorathur

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

Perperiyankuppam Kilkangeyankuppam Melkangeyankuppam Virasingankuppam Kattugudalur Thiruthuraiyur R F Kayapakkam R F Karumbur R F Oraiyur R F Visur R F Karukkai R F

Frequently Asked Questions about Sorathur

Where is Sorathur located?
Sorathur village is situated in Panruti Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorathur?
Sorathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sorathur?
The pincode of Sorathur is 607805, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sorathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sorathur is 2,586, with 1,291 males and 1,295 females.
How many households are there in Sorathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sorathur village has a total of 610 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sorathur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sorathur is 63.84%. The male literacy rate is 78.70%, while the female literacy rate is 49.03%.